Memoirs of Edward Gibbon ..

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Memoirs of Edward Gibbon is a fascinating account of the life and work of one of the greatest historians of the Enlightenment. Written by Gibbon himself, and edited and annotated by William Dean Howells, this book covers Gibbon's childhood and education, his travels in Europe and the Middle East, and his writing of The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire. With its vivid descriptions of people, places, and events, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the 18th century and the development of historical scholarship.