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The Fall of Rome and the End of Civilization

by Bryan Ward-Perkins
The Fall of Rome and the End of Civilization - Thryft
The Fall of Rome and the End of Civilization - Thryft

Reexamining Rome's traumatic, tumultuous downfall.

If tales of grand empires and their dramatic declines pique your curiosity, "The Fall of Rome and the End of Civilization" offers a riveting revisionist perspective. Bryan Ward-Perkins doesn't sugarcoat history; expect a raw, eye-opening narrative that challenges modern misconceptions about the "peaceful" end of the Roman Empire. It's particularly engaging if you appreciate a blend of scholarly insight and archaeological evidence that breathes life into the distant past.

  • Hessell-Tiltman Prize (2006)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Fall of Rome and the End of Civilization

by Bryan Ward-Perkins
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ISBN: 9780192807281
Authors: Bryan Ward-Perkins
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Date of Publication: 2006-09-07
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Economics, History
Related Topics: Ancient History, European History
Goodreads rating: 4.01
(rated by 1911 readers)

Description

In The Fall of Rome, historian Bryan Ward-Perkins argues against the peaceful theory of Rome's transformation, depicting it as a time of horror and dislocation that destroyed a great civilization. He challenges contemporary theories with archaeological evidence, highlighting the real terrors of barbarian occupation and economic collapse. The book captures the drama and violence of the last days of the Roman world, emphasizing the negative consequences of the fall. Sorry! Book description for this title is not available.
 

Reexamining Rome's traumatic, tumultuous downfall.

If tales of grand empires and their dramatic declines pique your curiosity, "The Fall of Rome and the End of Civilization" offers a riveting revisionist perspective. Bryan Ward-Perkins doesn't sugarcoat history; expect a raw, eye-opening narrative that challenges modern misconceptions about the "peaceful" end of the Roman Empire. It's particularly engaging if you appreciate a blend of scholarly insight and archaeological evidence that breathes life into the distant past.

  • Hessell-Tiltman Prize (2006)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.