Symeon the Logothete

Symeon the Logothete was a prominent Byzantine scholar and statesman around the late 10th and early 11th centuries. As a logothete, he held a high administrative position, overseeing financial and governmental affairs. He is best known for his literary and historical works, notably his "Chronographia," which offers a detailed history of Byzantium and its emperors from the 9th to the early 11th century. His writings provide valuable insights into Byzantine politics, society, and culture, making him a key figure in Byzantine intellectual history.