Alexius Part 7
The “why” and “wherefore” of this I need not relate, as his revolt has previously been recounted in the Caesar’s history. And yet it...
Alexius Part 6
Even so, he was not satisfied with what had been accomplished, nor did he relax over the rest of the business, as if he...
Alexius Part 5
For this reason they wish to support Ursel’s tyranny, so that by fawning upon him with good wishes they may preserve their own skins...
Alexius Part 4
After spending a whole night in the greatest perplexity, he decided to borrow the sum from the inhabitants of Amaseia. At the break of...
Alexius Part 3
Certainly the most effective of his methods for conciliating Tutach was, speaking broadly, a kind of offering the right hand of friendship; his words...
Alexius Part 2
Although many were entrusted with the war against him, men of high reputation for bravery and of very great knowledge of war and fighting,...
Alexius Part 1
From Alexius’ youth to the last months of Botaniates’ Reign
I the Emperor Alexius, who was also my father, had been of great service to...
The Divided Horsecloth part 3
Bernier
(12th or 13th Century, a.d.)
Nothing is known of the author of this story except his name, which is signed on the MS. The Divided...
The Cavalier of Toledo part 5
I have heard the whole of your generous conduct from the lips of the Count, and if nobility of mind and the best qualities...
The Cavalier of Toledo part 4
Having despatched his answer by the same discreet little mesenger, he awaited in much fear and anxiety the result of the strange circumstances in...
