Title: The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (Modern Library Classics)
Author: Edward Gibbon
Publisher: Modern Library
Description:
“The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire,” part of the Modern Library Classics series, is a monumental work authored by Edward Gibbon. Published by Modern Library, this paperback edition, released on March 1, 2005, presents Gibbon’s seminal work in a format accessible to contemporary readers.
Gibbon’s magnum opus offers a comprehensive account of the decline and eventual fall of the Roman Empire, spanning from the height of its power to its eventual collapse. Drawing upon extensive research and historical analysis, Gibbon traces the political, military, economic, and cultural factors that contributed to the empire’s decline over centuries.
Through engaging prose and meticulous scholarship, Gibbon provides readers with a vivid and detailed narrative of one of the most significant periods in Western history. From the reign of Marcus Aurelius to the fall of Constantinople, Gibbon’s work remains a seminal text in the study of ancient and classical history, offering invaluable insights into the complexities of imperial decline and the lessons it holds for subsequent generations.