Edward Gibbon
What’s inside
Edward Gibbon’s ‘The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire’ offers a detailed account of Roman history from the 2nd century to the fall of Constantinople in 1453.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding factors leading to the fall of great civilizations
- Gaining historical perspective on political and military strategies
- Learning about the influence of religion on societal changes
- Appreciating the complexity of historical causation and legacy
Key Points
- Rise of Christianity and its impact on Rome
- Economic factors contributing to Rome’s decline
- Military losses and political corruption
- Division of the Empire into East and West
- Barbarian invasions and the fall of Western Rome
- The Byzantine Empire’s endurance and eventual fall
Who’s it For
- History enthusiasts
- Students of classical studies
- Scholars of European history
- Readers interested in the Roman Empire
About the author
Edward Gibbon was an 18th-century English historian, writer, and Member of Parliament, renowned for his analytical history of Rome.