02174cam a22003013u 4500 48664 UtSlPG 20260610134123.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PA Julian, Emperor of Rome, 331-363 The Works of the Emperor Julian, Vol. 1 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-04-07 "The Works of the Emperor Julian, Vol. 1" by Emperor of Rome Julian is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume consists of Julian's orations, particularly highlighting his life, philosophical beliefs, and his efforts to reinstate paganism during his reign. The work provides a detailed examination of Julian's military and administrative achievements, as well as his complex relationship with early Christianity. The opening of this work offers a rich introduction to Julian’s background, detailing his early life, ascension to power, and his significant reforms during his short reign. We learn about his precarious childhood and the historical context leading to his eventual claim to the Roman Empire after a series of political intrigues. The text elaborates on his military successes against the Franks and Alemanni, as well as his philosophical education under prominent thinkers, setting the stage for Julian's promotion of Hellenistic and neo-Platonist thought. His initial oration is presented as a panegyric in honor of Emperor Constantius, outlining a framework that contrasts Julian’s philosophical pursuits with the broader political landscape of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Speeches, addresses, etc., Greek -- Translations into English Wright, Wilmer Cave, 1868-1951 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48664 89503 89503