At the Court of Attila
Priscus
Before 448, the Greeks saw Attila the Hun as simply a frightening, ruthless leader. When the Greek historian Priscus visited his courts that year, however, he had a far different experience to report. Priscus’ first-hand account of life at Attila’s court shows a different side to the vicious king. While his record is undoubtedly covered in bloodshed and brutality, Priscus reveals Attila as a man also capable of courtesy, generosity, and even—occasionally—mercy.
Author - Priscus.
Narrator - John Potter.
Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023.
Copyright - © 1900 Priscus ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
Before 448, the Greeks saw Attila the Hun as simply a frightening, ruthless leader. When the Greek historian Priscus visited his courts that year, however, he had a far different experience to report. Priscus’ first-hand account of life at Attila’s court shows a different side to the vicious king. While his record is undoubtedly covered in bloodshed and brutality, Priscus reveals Attila as a man also capable of courtesy, generosity, and even—occasionally—mercy. Author - Priscus. Narrator - John Potter. Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023. Copyright - © 1900 Priscus ©.
Language:
English
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