Goldsworthy, Adrian
The Fall Of The West: The Death Of The Roman Superpower
- ISBN 13:
- 9780753826928
- author:
- Goldsworthy, Adrian
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- W&N
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 560
- Dimensions:
- 21.5 x 13.5 x 3.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Fall of the Roman Empire is a narrative of its decline and fall, a story that has captivated historians and readers for centuries. For over two centuries, various reasons have been proposed for the collapse of the western half of the Roman Empire, with many explanations being put forward. However, recent scholarship has sought to revise the traditional view of late antiquity, downplaying the violence and destruction that characterized the period. Adrian Goldsworthy offers a fresh perspective on this era, combining clear narrative, common sense, and a thorough mastery of the sources. His account is a red-blooded and accessible narrative that reveals the true reasons for the fall of Rome, with colourful characters whose story sheds light on the complexities of the period. This is a compelling and engaging history that sets the record straight on the tumultuous events that led to the downfall of the Roman Empire.
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