The Later Roman Empire 284-602. Volume One & Volume Two A Social, Economic and Administrative Survey

London: Basil Blackwell. Very Good with no dust jacket. 1986. Softcover. 0631149651 . Xv, 766 & vi, 767-1518 pp. Notes, index, sources, periodicals cited, etc. , at end of Vol. II. Maps in Vol. II. Large octavos. Glossy beige softcovers with brown Roman images, orange type. Hint of shelf shelfwear, slight crease on spines, interiors appear to have been gently read. Very nice copy. Heavy for international shipping. 1st paperback edition from Blackwell. "This magisterial bok covers every aspect of the economy, administration and social organization of the later Roman empire. It discusses the structure of the central government, the administration of justice, and the origins and composition of the governing class and bureaucracy, as well as religion and morals, the organization and finance of the church, and the provenance and social status of the clergy. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 1518 pages .