Publisher's Synopsis
Collector's Edition Laminated Hardback with Jacket Volumes 3 & 4
At its height, the Roman Empire ruled the known world-but even the greatest empires are not invincible. What begins as a tale of power and triumph soon unravels into a gripping account of political intrigue, military failures, and the slow erosion of a civilization that once seemed untouchable. Gibbon vividly brings to life the ambitious rulers, ruthless invaders, and internal betrayals that chipped away at Rome's foundations. With masterful storytelling and sharp historical insight, this epic chronicle reveals how the empire that shaped the West began to crumble from within.
Few works have shaped our understanding of history like Gibbon's masterful account of Rome's fall. With sharp analysis and eloquent prose, in History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire he not only chronicles an empire's decline but also pioneers the modern study of history itself. His work challenges readers to consider how political corruption, military overreach, and cultural shifts can topple even the greatest civilizations. More than two centuries later, it remains a vital, thought-provoking reflection on power, legacy, and the fragility of empires.
Volumes 1 & 2 and Volumes 5 & 6 are also available.
