Edward Gibbon

Historian and politician, authored 'Decline and Fall'

Edward Gibbon - Historian and politician, authored 'Decline and Fall'
Born

May 8th, 1737
287 years ago

Died

January 16th, 1794
231 years ago — 56 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

England

Links & References

Active during the 18th century, contributed significantly to historical literature with a focus on the Roman Empire. Authored 'The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire', which detailed the rise and fall of Rome, along with issues regarding governance and society. Involved in politics, served as a Member of Parliament, where contributions included discussions on various legislative matters. Gibbon's insights provided a framework for understanding historical progress and decline.

Authored 'The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire'

Served as a Member of Parliament

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