The Image of the "Other" in Anne Komnene's Alexiad: The Case of Normans By Tomasz Pełech

https://www.academia.edu/30197096/The_Image_of_the_Other_in_Anne_Komnenes_Alexiad_The_Case_of_Normans The analysis of the image of the "Other" in Anne Komnene's Alexiad focuses on the portrayal of Normans, particularly through characters like Robert Guiscard and his son Bohemond. Guiscard is depicted as a tyrant, whose cruel tactics and relentless ambition pose a significant threat to the Byzantine Empire. His characterization offers a stark contrast to the figure of Alexios I, presenting the Normans as both terrifying and captivating. The narrative emphasizes the themes of power, identity, and conflict within the context of Byzantine self-perception against the backdrop of external adversaries. ...