Offered here is the complete three-volume set of Edward Gibbon's monumental work, The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, published by The Modern Library as part of their prestigious 'Modern Library Giant' series. This is the complete and unabridged edition, presented across three substantial hardcover volumes. Volume One covers the History of the Empire from 180 A.D. to 395 A.D., Volume Two from 395 A.D. to 1185 A.D., and Volume Three from A.D. 1185 to the Fall of Constantinople in 1453.
Published by The Modern Library in New York, these volumes carry catalog numbers G6, G7, and G8. The ISBNs visible are 394-60706-6 (Volume One) and 394-60708-2 (Volume Two). This is considered one of the greatest historical works ever written in the English language and remains an essential reference for students and enthusiasts of Roman and Byzantine history.
All three volumes are hardcover editions bound in black cloth with gold lettering on the spines. Each volume retains its original printed dust jacket featuring the distinctive bold typographic cover design characteristic of the Modern Library Giant series. The dust jackets add significantly to the collectibility of the set.
Condition is Good overall. Volume One's dust jacket shows the most wear, with noticeable creasing and edge wear. Volumes Two and Three have dust jackets in better shape with light scuffing and minor edge wear. The boards on all three volumes are intact with no major damage. Pages show mild age tanning consistent with vintage paperstock but are clean and free of markings, inscriptions, or library stamps.
This is a wonderful opportunity to acquire a complete, matching three-volume hardcover set of one of history's most celebrated historical narratives. Whether for reading, study, or display, this set makes a handsome and intellectually rich addition to any library.