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Edward Gibbon, Editor: Oliver Farrar Emerson

Memoirs of the Life and Writings of Edward Gibbon [Hardcover]

Gyan Publishing House, 2023

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(Delhi, India)

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Year of publication
2023
ISBN
1111030072312
Author
Edward Gibbon, Editor: Oliver Farrar Emerson
Pages
359
Publishers
Gyan Publishing House
Keyword
Biographies & Autobiographies, Ancient History
Languages
English
Binding
Hardcover
Print on demand
Yes

Description

About The Book: "Memoirs of My Life and Writings" is an autobiographical work by Edward Gibbon, the renowned English historian and parliament member. This book delves into Gibbon's life, beginning with his childhood and education and chronicling his career as a writer and historian. It provides a detailed account of his most famous work, "The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire," exploring his inspiration and the challenges he faced while writing it. Gibbon reflects on various aspects of his life, including his family, friendships, European travels, and political views. The memoir offers valuable insights into his writing process and the intellectual climate of his era. A must-read for history and literature enthusiasts, it provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of one of the 18th century's most significant historians.
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