Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of the Life and Writings of Edward Gibbon (1898) is a comprehensive biography of the famous historian, Edward Gibbon, written by the man himself. The book covers Gibbon's life from his childhood to his death, detailing his education, career, and personal life. It also provides an in-depth look at his writing process and the creation of his most famous work, The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire. Throughout the book, Gibbon reflects on his own life and the world around him, providing insights into his thoughts and opinions on various topics. This edition includes additional notes and commentary from the editor, providing context and analysis of Gibbon's life and work. Overall, Memoirs of the Life and Writings of Edward Gibbon is an essential read for anyone interested in the life and work of this influential historian.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
