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The Autobiography of Edward Gibbon

by Bernard Groom
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Book cover type: Hardcover
  • ISBN13: 9781025288949
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 220
  • Original Price: GBP 25.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 486 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Literary Figures

"The Autobiography of Edward Gibbon" provides an intimate and scholarly look into the life of one of history's most influential figures. Known primarily for his monumental work "The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire", Gibbon's memoirs reveal the meticulous intellectual preparation and personal experiences that shaped his writing. This narrative traces his childhood, his education at Oxford, his pivotal time in Lausanne, and his service in the Hampshire militia, offering a vivid portrait of the 18th-century intellectual landscape.

Gibbon's prose is celebrated for its elegance and irony, reflecting the values of the Enlightenment. Throughout the text, he explores his personal evolution from a young scholar to a world-renowned historian, providing insights into his research methods and his philosophical outlook on the ancient and modern worlds. Edited by Bernard Groom, this edition captures the clarity and precision of Gibbon's voice. It is an essential read for those interested in the craft of history, the development of English literature, and the life of a man whose work continues to define our understanding of the Roman past.

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