In A History of the Eastern Roman Empire, former Cambridge Regius Professor of Modern History J. B. Bury provides a study of the eastern Roman Empire from the fall of Irene to the accession of Basil I. Covering the years AD 802–867, Bury divides his text into chapters examining rulers, such as Leo V, Michael II, Theophilus; significant wars and conquests; and geographical and ethnic groups including chapters on Bulgaria and the Khazars. Bury’s text also explores such topic as financial and military administration, relations with the Western Empire, and iconoclasm. With extensive footnotes for more detailed reference and a straightforward, engaging design, this text is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the eastern Roman Empire during this fascinating period.