History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 3 by Edward Gibbon
"History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 3" by Edward Gibbon is a historical account written in the late 18th century. This volume delves into the intricate civil wars during the reign of Theodosius, examining political upheaval, religious conflict, and the power struggles that characterized this tumultuous period of the Roman Empire. At the start of the book, Gibbon presents the complexities surrounding Gratian’s character and his
eventual downfall due to rebellion. The narrative highlights the young emperor's initial popularity, his subsequent decline in respect, and the ambitious rise of Maximus, a usurper who capitalizes on Gratian's weaknesses. As tensions escalate, Theodosius becomes a central figure in these conflicts, compelled to navigate the political landscape initiated by the death of Gratian. The opening context sets the stage for the exciting and chaotic events that unfold in the ensuing chapters, encompassing themes of loyalty, ambition, and the struggle for religious orthodoxy within the empire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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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 3 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_History_of_the_Decline_and_Fall_of_the_Roman_Empire |
| Credits | David Reed and David Widger |
| 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 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 733 |
| Release Date | Jun 7, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 15, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 389 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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