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The History Of The Decline And Fall Of The Roman Empire, Vol. 2
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Edward Gibbon'S Sixvolume History Of The Decline And Fall Of The Roman Empire (177688) Is Among The Most Magnificent And Ambitious Narratives In European Literature. Its Subject Is The Fate Of One Of The World'S Greatest Civilizations Over Thirteen Centuries Its Rulers, Wars And Society, And The Events That Led To Its Disastrous Collapse. Here, In Volumes Three And Four, Gibbon Vividly Recounts The Waves Of Barbarian Invaders Under Commanders Such As Alaric And Attila, Who Overran And Eventually Destroyed The West. He Then Turns His Gaze To Events In The East, Where Even The Achievements Of The Byzantine Emperor Justinian And The Campaigns Of The Brilliant Military Leader Belisarius Could Not Conceal The Fundamental Weaknesses Of Their Empire.For More Than Seventy Years, Penguin Has Been The Leading Publisher Of Classic Literature In The Englishspeaking World. With More Than 1,700 Titles, Penguin Classics Represents A Global Bookshelf Of The Best Works Throughout History And Across Genres And Disciplines. Readers Trust The Series To Provide Authoritative Texts Enhanced By Introductions And Notes By Distinguished Scholars And Contemporary Authors, As Well As Uptodate Translations By Awardwinning Translators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, Vol. 2'? A: The main theme of this volume focuses on the fate of the Roman Empire over thirteen centuries, detailing the rulers, wars, and societal changes that led to its eventual collapse.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Edward Gibbon, a prominent historian known for his extensive work on the Roman Empire.
- Q: How many pages does this volume contain? A: This volume contains 1024 pages, providing a comprehensive account of the Roman Empire's decline.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, Vol. 2' published? A: This volume was published on August 1, 1996, as part of a reprint edition.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study as it offers authoritative texts and is enhanced by introductions and notes from distinguished scholars.
- Q: What can readers expect from Edward Gibbon's writing style? A: Readers can expect a narrative that is both magnificent and ambitious, characterized by vivid recounting of historical events and a scholarly approach to history.
- Q: Does this edition include any additional content? A: Yes, the Penguin Classics edition often includes introductions and notes that provide context and enhance understanding of the text.
- Q: What historical events are covered in this volume? A: This volume covers the waves of barbarian invasions, the downfall of the Western Roman Empire, and key events in the Eastern Roman Empire, including the reign of Justinian.
- Q: Is this book considered a classic in literature? A: Yes, it is considered a classic in European literature and is part of the Penguin Classics series, which features significant literary works.