Lost to the West: The Forgotten Byzantine Empire That Rescued Western Civilization Business_Gift_Guide shared with her teacher Anne

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Lost to the West: The Forgotten Byzantine Empire That Rescued Western Civilization Business_Gift_Guide shared with her teacher AnneFilled with unforgettable stories of emperors, generals, and religious patriarchs, as well as fascinating glimpses into the life of the ordinary citizen, Lost to the West reveals how much we owe to the Byzantine Empire that was the equal of any in its achievements, appetites, and enduring legacy. For more than a millennium, Byzantium reigned as the glittering seat of Christian civilization. When Europe fell into the Dark Ages, Byzantium held fast