Episode 275 - Climate Change in the 6th Century with Robert Bruton
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American author Robert Bruton takes us through his Master’s thesis on the role of climate change and plague in the decline of Roman fortunes in the 6th century. He is also writing a trilogy of historical fiction novels about the life of Belisarius.  Find out more about Robert and his work here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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