“The terror of the Roman arms added weight and dignity to the moderation of the emperors. They preserved the peace by a constant preparation for war.”
Quote by Edward Gibbon
Work
The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (Edited and Abridged): Abridged Edition
This book is a seminal work in the field of history, offering a detailed account of the decline and fall of the Roman Empire. The abridged edition presents the key events and insights from Edward Gibbon's original work, making it accessible to modern readers. more
Author
Edward Gibbon
Edward Gibbon was an English historian renowned for his magnum opus, 'The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire'. His work has had a profound impact on historical studies. more
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