Publisher's Synopsis
An Edict of Diocletian: Fixing a Maximum of Prices Throughout the Roman Empire, A.D. 303 (1826) is a historical document written by Diocletianus. The book provides a detailed account of the edict issued by the Roman Emperor Diocletian in the year 303 AD, which aimed to fix a maximum price for various goods and services throughout the Roman Empire. The edict was issued in response to the economic crisis that the Roman Empire was facing at the time, and it aimed to control inflation and stabilize the economy. The book provides a detailed analysis of the edict, including the specific goods and services that were affected by it, as well as the penalties that were imposed for violating its provisions.In addition to providing a historical account of the edict, the book also offers insights into the economic and social conditions of the Roman Empire during the period in which it was issued. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the economic policies of the Roman Empire, as well as the challenges faced by its rulers in attempting to maintain stability and control over a vast and diverse empire.Overall, An Edict of Diocletian: Fixing a Maximum of Prices Throughout the Roman Empire, A.D. 303 (1826) is an important historical document that sheds light on one of the most significant economic policies of the Roman Empire. It is a valuable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the history of the Roman Empire and its economic policies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.