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Alexiad
Rated 4.00 out of 5 based on 25 customer ratings
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SKU: 9780140455274
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Discover “Alexiad,” Anna Komnene’s groundbreaking medieval memoir. This revised edition chronicles the Byzantine Empire under Emperor Alexios I Komnenos, her father. Experience a unique historical perspective from a princess, historian, and eyewitness to major events. ISBN: 9780140455274. Explore Byzantine history with this captivating narrative by John Boyne.
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Ayush Bhatnagar –
Interesting, but not always easy to follow. Anna Komnene’s voice is strong, but the text is very dense at times.
Himanshu Gautam –
A challenging but ultimately rewarding read. Just be prepared to invest time and effort into understanding it. It is helpful.
Tannu Choudhary –
The Alexiad is a brilliant work, offering a personal account of a tumultuous period. Definitely recommend this book!
Simran Koli –
Not bad, not great. It gives a good overview of the era, but it dragged on a bit. Not sure I’d recommend unless you are super into it.
Yashika Grover –
This book it’s awesome and fantastic and offers great detail in everything that is happening. Its an easy read for people wanting a quick read.
Ravi Raj –
A truly fascinating historical account. Anna’s intelligence and passion shine through in every chapter. A great read.
Devaguptapu Venkata Sarath Chandra –
The Alexiad is a classic for a reason. A good read, but be prepared for a deep dive into Byzantine history.
Shubhankar Manohar Yadnik –
Anna Komnene provides a valuable first-hand account. I found some parts a little slow but overall a worthwhile read.
Dhroopad Verma –
I really enjoyed reading this book. A valuable resource for understanding Byzantine history. It offers great detail.
Prachi Charde –
It’s a significant historical text. The constant praise of her father got old fast and repetitive and annoying though.
Jaiya Deswal –
One of the best historical accounts I’ve ever read. The Alexiad is captivating from beginning to end! Great read!
Tanmay Mehra –
A fascinating read, providing a unique view of the past. The writing style took a little getting used to, however it’s good.
Gautam Shyam Sundar Mishra –
The historical detail is impressive. I wish there had been more focus on the broader context of the Byzantine Empire.
Saksham Verma –
The Alexiad is a valuable historical document. Anna’s writing is compelling, though her self-justification is sometimes tiring.
Harshil Arora –
A fantastic book! Anna Komnene provides a unique and valuable perspective on Byzantine history. I really liked it
Piyush Kumar Sah –
Good information but at point its hard to follow and not as great as I thought it would be. It was okay to read but not the best.
Mayur Goswami –
An amazing book, offering insights into Byzantine politics and warfare. Anna’s personal touch makes it a very captivating read. Highly recommend!
Abhishek Kumar –
A must-read for anyone interested in the Byzantine Empire. Anna’s personal connection makes the history come alive. A bit lengthy but worth it!
Manish Chauhan –
A detailed account of Alexios’s reign. It can be dry and repetitive. I almost stopped reading halfway through. It’s okay.
Nitish Negi –
The Alexiad provides good information. While informative, it can be quite slow at times. Its alright
Rahul Pahuja –
The Alexiad offers an intimate portrait of Alexios I. While informative, the author’s bias is quite noticeable throughout. I found it hard to trust her account completely.
Shubham Biswas –
A fascinating glimpse into Byzantine history from a unique perspective. Anna Komnene’s writing is engaging, but sometimes gets bogged down in detail.
Divyansh Agarwal –
Insightful, but heavy on the details. I wish it had been more accessible to casual readers. You have to know history.
Sumit Kumar Sahu –
Interesting primary source material. However, the prose can be dense and difficult to follow at times. Needed more maps and family tree for better clarity.
Jitendra Ruparam Mali –
I loved getting a princess’s view of the Byzantine court! Definitely recommend to history buffs, great read!