The decline and fall of the Roman Empire (Volume XII)

By Edward Gibbon

Book Overview

Power fractures slowly, then suddenly. Empires do not fall quietly. In The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (Volume XII), Edward Gibbon continues his vast account of the forces that reshaped the ancient Mediterranean world, tracing the pressures, beliefs, and conflicts that marked the late Roman Empire and the long afterlife of Rome in the East. This classic history book balances sweeping narrative with sharp judgement, making an unabridged history volume that rewards both immersion and reference. Read for the drama of the Roman empire decline, for the hard questions behind the fall of Rome, and for a lucid guide through barbarian invasions history and imperial survival. Gibbon's prose is stately yet pointed, turning diplomacy, theology, and military change into a single argument about power, chance, and human choices. A volume to dip into, or follow in sequence. First published in the Enlightenment and still argued over today, Gibbon's masterpiece remains a historical nonfiction classic: bold in scope, influential in style, and foundational for anyone building a great books reading list. It suits the curious general reader as readily as the student seeking a college Roman history text, and it sits naturally beside modern studies of Byzantine empire history. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Add it as a standalone milestone, or as part of the complete Decline and Fall collection.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9353706785
• ISBN13: 9789353706784
• Release Date: June 2019
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 434 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.5" x 8.5"