Gibbon E., "History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire", London 17912. Second 8vo edition. In 12 Volumes, 22x14cm each volume, complete with the three folded engraved maps, as called for, contemporary full leather rubbed in some volumes, two covers detached, text clean, overall very good. Gibons famous history of the Byzantine Empire, one of the most influential historical works of the 18th century in the last edition prepared by the author. Edward Gibbon (17371794) continued to improve his master work up to his death. The History has been firstly published from 1776 up to 1788 and is known for the quality of historical synthesis and the use of primary sources. This edition is the final text of Gibbon. Rare.
Gibbon E., "History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire", London 17912. Second 8vo edition. In 12 Volumes, 22x14cm each volume, complete with the three folded engraved maps, as called for, contemporary full leather rubbed in some volumes, two covers detached, text clean, overall very good. Gibons famous history of the Byzantine Empire, one of the most influential historical works of the 18th century in the last edition prepared by the author. Edward Gibbon (17371794) continued to improve his master work up to his death. The History has been firstly published from 1776 up to 1788 and is known for the quality of historical synthesis and the use of primary sources. This edition is the final text of Gibbon. Rare.
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