JOURNAL ARTICLE

Herodian and Severan Historiography.

  • Published In: American Journal of Philology, 2023, v. 144, n. 1. P. 145 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Scott, Andrew G. 3 of 3

Abstract

This paper examines the historiographic controversies and disagreements surrounding the figure of Septimius Severus and highlighted by Herodian in his Roman History as a means of investigating the development of history writing during and in the aftermath of that emperor's reign. Herodian cites Severus' transition to power and reign as a locus for historical and historiographical controversy and debate, and a comparison of Herodian with other Severan writers allows for an examination of Herodian's competitive relationship with his older historiographic peers and of the innovative aspects of his work that set it apart from others. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:American Journal of Philology. 2023/03, Vol. 144, Issue 1, p145
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0002-9475
  • DOI:10.1353/ajp.2023.a899838
  • Accession Number:164441414
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