Heather, P.J.
The Fall of the Roman Empire
- ISBN 13:
- 9780330491365
- author:
- Heather, P.J.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Pan
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 592
- Dimensions:
- 131 mm X 198 mm
- Genre:
- European history: BCE to c 500 CE
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Fall of the Roman Empire by Peter J. Heather is a groundbreaking narrative account of one of history's greatest mysteries: the decline and fall of the Roman Empire. In AD 378, the Roman Empire was at its peak, but just a few years later, it had been defeated by a small group of German-speaking warriors, marking the beginning of the end of the Western Empire. What led to this catastrophic collapse? Peter Heather offers a fresh perspective on the empire's demise, combining authoritative analysis with thrilling narrative. Heather examines the Roman Empire's extraordinary success and its enduring limitations, revealing how centuries of contact with Rome transformed the barbarian tribes into a force that ultimately pulled it apart. This book provides a fascinating story, full of ups and downs and memorable characters, making it an engaging read for anyone interested in history.
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