The Fall of the Roman Empire

A New History

By: Peter Heather

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Paperback | 5 May 2006 | Edition Number 1

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The epic story of the inevitable fall of Rome''s glory

In The Fall of the Roman Empire, Peter Heather skillfully weaves a captivating tale of an ancient and long-lasting superpower that crumbled within the short space of a century. Its downfall was not instigated by massive rebellions or towering foes but by a small group of German-speaking asylum-seekers who audaciously defeated a vast Roman army and killed an Emperor, slowly eroding the bedrock of an empire that stood tall for over four hundred years.

Heather''s engaging narrative exposes the intricate dynamics that culminated in the empire''s fateful decline. This extraordinary story pierces the glamour of the gilded imperial court, and delves into Rome's interactions with Europe''s barbarians, who, after centuries of contact, gradually weakened and eventually dismantled the empire.

Hailed as ''triumphant'' and ''fascinating'', The Fall of the Roman Empire offers a masterful blend of meticulous analysis and vivid storytelling, providing fresh insights into an enigmatic chapter of history that continues to captivate the minds of historians and enthusiasts alike.

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"'a colourful and enthralling narrative...an account full of keen wit and an infectious relish for the period.' Independent On Sunday 'provides the reader with drama and lurid colour as well as analysis... succeeds triumphantly.' Sunday Times 'a fascinating story, full of ups and downs and memorable characters' Spectator 'bursting with action...one can recommend to anyone, whether specialist or interested amateur.' History Today 'a rare combination of scholarship and flair for narrative' Tom Holland"

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Non-Fiction History Regional & National History European History Earliest Times to Present Day Ancient History to the Year 500 Classical History & Civilisation General & World History Specific Events & Topics in History

List of Maps	p. vii
Acknowledgements	p. ix
Introduction	p. xi
Pax Romana
Romans	p. 3
Barbarians	p. 46
The Limits of Empire	p. 100
Crisis
War on the Danube	p. 145
The City of God	p. 191
Out of Africa	p. 251
Attila the Hun	p. 300
Fall of Empires
The Fall of the Hunnic Empire	p. 351
End of Empire	p. 385
The Fall of Rome	p. 431
Dramatis Personae	p. 461
Timeline	p. 481
Glossary	p. 488
Notes	p. 495
Bibliography	p. 537
Index	p. 553
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