Publisher's Synopsis
The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire is a monumental work by Edward Gibbon, chronicling the decline and eventual fall of the Roman Empire. This particular edition is the third volume of the work, and covers the period from the reign of Constantine the Great to the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD. Gibbon's work is widely regarded as one of the greatest historical works ever written, and is known for its thoroughness, scholarship, and elegant prose. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including primary documents, contemporary accounts, and previous histories of the period, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of the events leading up to the fall of the Roman Empire. The third volume of the work covers a period of great upheaval and change in the Roman Empire, including the rise of Christianity, the reign of Constantine, the division of the empire into East and West, and the eventual collapse of the Western Roman Empire. Gibbon's account is both informative and engaging, and provides a fascinating glimpse into one of the most important periods in world history. Overall, The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Roman Empire, or in the broader sweep of world history. Gibbon's masterful prose, combined with his deep knowledge of the period, make this work a true classic of historical writing.If the subjects of Rome could be ignorant of their obligations to the great Theodosius, they were too soon convinced, how painfully the spirit and abilities of their deceased emperor had supported the frail and mouldering edifice of the republic. He died in the month of January; and before the end of the winter of the same year, the Gothic nation was in arms.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.
