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George Pachymeres
George Pachymeres (c. 1242–c. 1310), an important late Byzantine historian, philosopher, and church scholar, whose work on Michael and Andronicus Pal…
Timeline
- 1242–1261Nicaea · Empire of NicaeaReceived a classical education in the environment of the exiled Greek state at Nicaea, studying philosophy, rhetoric, and theology, laying the foundation for his later entry into court scholarly circles.
- 1261–1280Constantinople · ConstantinopleAfter the recovery of Constantinople he entered the court, serving as historian and participating in scholarly activities, recording political, military, and ecclesiastical events under Michael VIII and Andronicus II.
- 1281–1310Constantinople · ConstantinopleHe continued writing historical and theological works, including accounts of the reign of Andronicus II and philosophical and ecclesiastical polemics, leaving rich documentation for later study of the late Byzantine period.
Sources
- Oxford Dictionary of Byzantium — Alexander Kazhdan et al. (1991)
- Georges Pachymérès: Relations historiques — Georges Pachymérès (1984)