Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of history in "Axis Mundi in Byzantium" a meticulously researched book that unravels the intricate geopolitics of the Byzantine Empire's governance, expansion, and imperial administration. This groundbreaking work sheds light on the empire's unspoken geostrategic policies, revealing a compelling bias towards coastal regions and a steadfast commitment to maintaining control within the Mediterranean Basin. While the Byzantine Empire did not articulate a specific geostrategic doctrine in contemporary texts, this dissertation meticulously uncovers the underlying factors that drove the empire's military and diplomatic operations. The narrative unfolds through a comprehensive analysis of key elements: