Welcome to the history of Cyprus podcast, the birthplace of Aphrodite, a legendary goddess of love and beauty.

Situated at the crossroads of ancient civilizations, Cyprus holds a pivotal place in history as the fulcrum to the Bronze Age,

where cultures flourished and left her indelible mark. As we delve into the annals of Cyprus's past,

we'll uncover the mysteries of its ancient kingdoms, trace the footsteps of conquerors and settlers,

and unravel the stories of remarkable individuals who shaped its destiny.

My name is Andreas, and I am the host of the History of Cyprus podcast.

Every month, I will be releasing a new episode as it relates to Cypriot history.

I interview leading academics in their respective fields where we cover Cyprus from 10,000 BCE to the

20th century. We'll discuss language, culture, war, economy, religion, political, and social history,

challenging traditional narratives and problematizing long-held misconceptions.

But what's more, every month we also dramatize primary sources as a teaser for the upcoming episode.

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Hello, everyone, and welcome to the History of Byzantium episode 273,

Rome and Persia, the 700-year rivalry with Adrian Goldsworthy.

Today, I interview historian Adrian Goldsworthy about his new book, and before you ask,

yes, we talk all about Heraclius and the final war with the Persians. Stay tuned for some

brilliant insights into that ever-fascinating topic. For those of you who don't know,

Dr Goldsworthy is an award-winning historian of the classical world. He's written a dozen books

on Greco-Roman topics, including biographies of Julius Caesar, Augustus, as well as studies of

the Roman army and the Empire's rise and fall. So if you like what you hear today, there is a small

library of Goldsworthy goodness waiting for you to read. And if you prefer to listen, you can get

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