Based on a comparative perspective involving the growth machines that have propelled cities in US and recent experiences of urban localism spread across Europe, this paper analyzes specific path peripheral such as Rio de Janeiro followed adhering to model entrepreneurialism. It contends that, one side, due lack organization by economic agents other, insufficient state capacities, like been unab...

The paper aims to elucidate the place and role, i.e., real power of functionaries lower-ranking units in Byzantine theme system. Their status bureaucratic aristocratic society was essentially determined by honorary dignities their commanding staff, which accompanied precisely defined powers army administration. Military or, more specifically, access military resources, were one main factors pro...

The purpose of the work is to analyze causes, course and consequences rebellion Anthony Saturninus, directed against emperor Domitian (89 AD). After analyzing strategic situation in western provinces events, author proves that performance was poorly prepared, a spontaneous nature doomed failure from very beginning. author’s conclusions: thorough analysis sources suggests initiative Saturninus b...