History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 4 by Edward Gibbon

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Author Gibbon, Edward, 1737-1794
Commentator Milman, Henry Hart, 1791-1868
Title History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 4
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Summary "History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 4" by Edward Gibbon is a historical account written during the late 18th century. This volume continues the exploration of the Roman Empire's downfall, focusing specifically on the Gothic Kingdom of Italy and the notable figure of Theodoric the Ostrogoth, detailing his rise to power, invasions, and subsequent reign. The opening of this volume introduces the complex political landscape following the collapse of the Western Roman Empire, highlighting Theodoric's journey from royal hostage in Constantinople to the powerful king of Italy. It outlines Theodoric's military exploits and his consolidation of power, emphasizing his role in re-establishing Gothic rule in Italy and his interactions with the Eastern Roman Empire. Gibbon sets a vivid backdrop of the turbulent times filled with battles, political intrigue, and cultural shifts, establishing Theodoric not only as a warrior but as a ruler seeking to balance the legacies of Roman authority with the realities of Gothic governance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Subject Rome -- History -- Empire, 30 B.C.-476 A.D.
Subject Byzantine Empire -- History -- To 527
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EBook-No. 893
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Most Recently Updated Jun 22, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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