The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Audio CD – Audiobook, October 7, 2014

Edward Gibbon's monumental work, "The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire," is a masterful examination of one of the most significant periods in human history. Spanning six volumes, Gibbon meticulously chronicles the rise, zenith, and eventual collapse of the Roman Empire, covering a vast array of political, social, and cultural developments from the 2nd century AD to the fall of Constantinople in 1453.Gibbon's narrative is both sweeping and detailed, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the complex factors that contributed to the decline of Roman power. He explores the internal decay of the empire, including political corruption, economic instability, and social upheaval, as well as external threats such as barbarian invasions and the rise of new powers in the East.What makes Gibbon's work truly remarkable is his ability to blend scholarly rigor with elegant prose. His writing is richly textured, filled with vivid descriptions, insightful analysis, and memorable anecdotes that bring the past to life. Moreover, Gibbon's wit and irony add a layer of sophistication to his narrative, making it not only informative but also entertaining to read.While "The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire" is undoubtedly a challenging read due to its length and complexity, it is also immensely rewarding. Gibbon's magnum opus remains a seminal work in the field of history, shaping our understanding of the Roman Empire and its legacy for generations to come. Whether you're a seasoned historian or a casual reader with an interest in the ancient world, Gibbon's masterpiece is a must-read for anyone seeking to delve into the intricacies of Rome's rise and fall.This is a MUST HAVE for any bibliophile.

All in the United States of America should in fact read this work as well as "Pax Romana: War, Peace and Conquest in the Roman World"- Sep 13, 2016 by Adrian Goldsworthy. Like Mr. Goldsworthy's work, it reminds one of a whole lot of things-in particular that "democracies" or "Empires" do not fall from without but from within! Furthermore, it explains how the "Romans" were successful in "in-corp-orating" the "populations" of many cultures and religions. Also, how the "roman" Empire was in fact successful and last so long by "Guarding" their "Blind" spots on both the "fringes" and "with-in" their own "House" so to speak! It reminds one of the 'Jimi Hendrix' songs "All Along The Watch Tower" and "Purple Haze!" [Jimi Hendrix was a soldier in Vietnam in the 101st-ABN Corps {"Band of Brothers"} part of the US Army's illustrious XVII-Aborne Corps- kind of like a 'Roman" Legion Designation- HQ Fort Bragg NC see: WikiPedia}] Oddly, since before ROME, "purple" has been the color of royalist and the "highly" influential! And there have always been "GATES" or "wickets" one must sadly "pass," supposedly......for US ALL!It is also kind of like the "Jethro Tull" album "Storm Watch (NC-IS)" as the Romans built "Hadrian's Wall" in England to "deter" the Picts and kept "out post's" all along the Rhine River (Wacht am Rhine) to prevent "Germanic" tribe "incursions/infiltration!" Oddly, the "ROMANS" lost an entire "legion" in Germany, because they "trained/educated" a "highly" prominent son of a very "DOMINANT" German Tribe, that "tricked" the Roman's and led the "legion Commander" to his and his "legionnaires" demise! Kind of, like Osama Bin Laden, etc..., whom was trained by the US during the Soviet Union 'occupation' of Afghanistan- and the US had numerous opportunities to "negate" prior to 9-11; which is also oddly the US's universal "Police" emergency number which "originated" in Alabama! The, Roman's also hired "mercenaries" to guard their "frontiers/borders" such as Alderic- if I remember correctly- whom eventually "sacked" Rome! This, with the never ending wars in Iraq/Afghanistan, and elsewhere, spawning huge US, and other, "private'- 'part-time (GN)" armies should be a "heavy" lesson and "warning" to all- perhaps????Oddly, the US Constitution EXPRESSLY FORBIDS US Leader's from accepting "titles of NOBILITY" as well as "no Person holding any Office of Profit or Trust under them, shall, without the Consent of the Congress, accept of any present, Emolument, Office, or Title, of any kind whatever from any King, Prince or foreign State!" So why then are "Foreign Entities" allowed to make US "political campaign" CONT_RI_BUT_IONS???" As is this not "foreign" influence in US Domestic affairs???? It is kind of like how author "Jim Marrs" [at Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_c_1_9?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=jim+marrs+books&sprefix=Jim+Marrs%2Caps%2C490&crid=2YHJ6RDBWBG0B ] and others, on internet write, that some of our previous "leaders" are actually related to the Royal families of Europe....?????Finally, the Romans routinely, 'broke' or "dissolved" treaties and "arrangements" with other nations if they were no longer in the "best" interest of Rome and her citizen's kind of like the US Constitution mandates and is "taught" in Political Science and International Relations, etc....! Another, lesson perhaps "pertinent" in today's world of INDUSTRIAL-GLOBLIZATION??????? (All this is sort of depicted in the movie "GLADIATOR' with Russell Crowe- kind of like "Master and Commander!')The founding fathers of the US were in fact, merchant's, soldiers, scientist's, explorer's and in a few cases "attorneys!" By and large they were "visionaries" who for their time. were very "highly" educated in a whole lot of different "disciplines" like Benjamin Franklin- scientist, politician, medicine, historian, etc....! The US Constitution itself states Congress is "to promote the Progress of Science useful arts, by securing for limited times to authors and inventors the exclusive right to their respective Writings and Discoveries! The IMPORTANT POINT being to "promote the Progress of Science [Useful Art]!" (The word "art" having many meanings as well as the word "useful'!!!!)Every US Citizen should read this work, as it is part of the "CHAIN" of "books" on the back cover of "Everything You Need to Ace Science in One Big Fat Notebook: The Complete Middle School Study Guide (Big Fat Notebooks)" Paperback – August 9, 2016by Workman Publishing (Author),‎ Editors of Brain Quest (Draft Writer) [at Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-You-Need-Science-Notebook/dp/0761160957/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1525259778&sr=8-1&keywords=everything+you+need+to+ace+science } which are oddly from right to left almost in 'ROY-G-BIV" in arrangement!PS: The HBO mini-series ROME is "highly" informative, and a great example of 'politics" etc.......Also, per US Constitution "no state shall enter into any treaty, alliance, or confederation; grant letters of mark and reprisal; coin money, emit bills of credit; make any thing...etc..." Wonder what the "sister city" concept is all about a lot of cities in Alabama, and other states as well as colleges and Universities is in fact all about...????"

This famous six volume epic history is both a delight and a trial to read. I have been working on it for a few years and it is still not finished. While it has been called magisterial by some critics, it is too long and he does repeat himself. Gibbon maintains a tone of sarcasm throughout the vast doorstop of a book, mocking some of his sources, who would overpraise a ruler. He points out where the primary sources are biased or just plain wrong. I read it mainly to see what he says about Christianity causing the fall of the Roman Empire. He spends a number of chapters explaining how Christianity slowly took over the culture of Rome. However, he also points out that people had found the official pagan Roman religion to be hollow and empty. Gibbon goes into great detail how the splintering factions corrupted Christianity, how when it became the official religion it had lost its original purpose and became a tool for the politically ambitious and egotists. Much on battles, and endless endless coups that becomes a heavy weight on the reader. It is a long, slow trudge through more than a thousand years. Apparently his scholarship still holds up after being in print for over two hundred years. Much more could be said about this epic history. It's influence has been monumental and a foundation for much scholarship. I found it to be an enjoyable read for the most part, but one must have patience in going through the thousands of pages.

Conseguir esta clase de libros en México es muy complicado, Amazon es una alternativa excelente.

I just started reading this book and seems interesting to learn the Roman history.

Jamais achei que fosse interessar-me pela leitura dos seis volumes do livro 'The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire'. Afinal, existem várias versões abreviadas dessa obra... Entretanto, quanto mais eu aprendia a respeito de seu autor, melhor eu percebia a importância desse historiador iluminista que era também (segundo consta) um excelente escritor. Outra coisa que também acabei entendendo é que um livro sobre a decadência de Roma pode ser extremamente atual. Isaac Asimov que o diga.A edição da Everyman's Library (produzida na Alemanha) é perfeita, inclusive no tamanho das fontes utilizadas; consigo ler o texto e até as notas confortavelmente, mesmo sem usar meus óculos. Paguei um preço bastante razoável (com a promoção de 30% na semana do consumidor) e estou feliz da vida.

Beautiful set of books. Delivered on time and in good condition. Surprisingly bought it for cheap rate. The books urge you to read seriously to get the indepth beauty of Gibbons.

Gibbon's magnum opus is seriously and without any hint of exaggeration one of the most important historical works of all time (well, so far). A deep, encyclopaedic knowledge is fused with a brilliant wit.(P.S. Yes, it's the Christians fault. We lost a thousand years because of a middle eastern sect. History repeats itself.)