Byzantium and the Rise of Russia

Explore the intricate connections between the Byzantine Empire and the rise of Russia in Byzantium and the Rise of Russia by John Meyendorff. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2010, this compelling paperback spans 350 pages and delves into the pivotal role of Byzantine diplomacy in establishing Moscow as the heart of Russia during the fourteenth century. Meyendorff expertly examines the cultural, religious, and political ties that linked the northern outskirts of the Byzantine Orthodox 'Commonwealth' to its epicenter in Constantinople. This insightful work is essential for anyone interested in the dynamics of foreign relations, the Orthodox Eastern Church, and the historical interplay between politics and religion in Russia. Discover how these ancient connections shaped the future of a nation and its identity.