The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Vol 5 & 6 (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)

Focusing on the fluctuating fortunes of Constantinople, the third and fourth volumes of this six-volume work explore pivotal events in the decline of the Roman Empire. Edward Gibbon analyzes the complex interplay of political, military, and cultural factors that contributed to the empire's fall, offering insights into the historical significance of these developments. His detailed narrative combines rigorous scholarship with engaging prose, making it a foundational text in the study of Roman history.