The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (vol. 1)

In this first volume of Gibbon's masterwork, readers are guided through the gradual decline of the Roman Empire from the age of the Antonines to the fall of the Western Empire. Through meticulous research and eloquent prose, Gibbon examines how internal decay and external pressures led to the erosion of Roman power and influence. His thorough analysis covers the reigns of key emperors, military campaigns, religious conflicts, and societal changes that contributed to Rome's eventual collapse. This foundational work of historical scholarship remains essential reading for understanding one of civilization's most dramatic transformations.

• | Author: Edward Gibbon
• | Publisher: Wildside Press
• | Publication Date: Jan 31, 2025
• | Number of Pages: 00596 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: 0809592355
• | ISBN-13: 9780809592357