History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire: Complete Edition (Electronic book text)

History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire: Complete Edition by Edward Gibbon (Illustrated): - An Historical Classic! - Complete Edition, Volumes 1 to 6, 1.5 Million Words - Includes a Supplementary Book: "The Way of the Cross" with Illustrations - Includes Illustrations by 18th Century artist, William Turner - Includes over 8,000 Active Linked Footnotes The literature of Europe offers no substitute for "The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire." It has obtained undisputed possession, as rightful occupant, of the vast period which it comprehends. The inherent interest of the subject, the inexhaustible labor employed upon it; the immense condensation of matter; the luminous arrangement; the general accuracy; the style, which, however monotonous from its uniform stateliness, and sometimes wearisome from its elaborate air. Publisher: Catholic Way Publishing