Description
Edward Gibbon's Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire compresses thirteen turbulent centuries into an epic narrative shot through with insight, irony and incisive character analysis. Sceptical about Christianity, sympathetic to the barbarian invaders and the Byzantine Empire, constantly aware of how political leaders often achieve the exact opposite of what they intend, Gibbon was both alert to the broad pattern of events and significant revealing details.
About the Author
Edward Gibbon (1737-1794), English historian. It was on a visit to Rome that he conceived the idea of his magnificent and panoramic history The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (6 vol., 1776-88) which won immediate acclaim, despite some harsh criticism. Gibbon himself was assured of the greatness of his work, which is, indeed, one of the most-read historical works of modern times.
Book Information
ISBN 9780140433951
Author Edward Gibbon
Format Paperback
Page Count 1360
Imprint Penguin Classics
Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Weight(grams) 916g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 57mm
About the Author
Edward Gibbon (1737-1794), English historian. It was on a visit to Rome that he conceived the idea of his magnificent and panoramic history The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (6 vol., 1776-88) which won immediate acclaim, despite some harsh criticism. Gibbon himself was assured of the greatness of his work, which is, indeed, one of the most-read historical works of modern times.
Book Information
ISBN 9780140433951
Author Edward Gibbon
Format Paperback
Page Count 1360
Imprint Penguin Classics
Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Weight(grams) 916g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 57mm
