History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 5 by Edward Gibbon

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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 5
Note Reading ease score: 54.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits David Reed and David Widger
Summary "History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 5" by Edward Gibbon is a historical account written in the late 18th to mid-19th century. The volume covers significant events in the history of the Roman Empire, focusing primarily on the influence of Christianity and the rise of the papacy, as well as the interactions with various Germanic tribes, particularly the Franks. The narrative seeks to elucidate the complex relationship between religion and politics during the decline of Rome and the subsequent emergence of new powers. The opening of this volume introduces key themes surrounding the interplay of church and state, particularly the growing power of the papacy amid the backdrop of iconoclasm and the worship of images. Gibbon discusses the controversies regarding religious icons, recounting how the people's devotion to images led to widespread conflicts and played a pivotal role in establishing the temporal dominion of the popes. Key figures such as Charlemagne and Pope Gregory II are highlighted, presenting a rich tapestry of events that outlines the transformation of religious practices and their implications for the political landscape of Italy and beyond. The text skillfully blends intricate historical detail with Gibbon's insightful commentary, setting the stage for the ensuing exploration of the Franks’ conquest of Italy and the fate of the Eastern Empire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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. 735
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 15, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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