The Decline of the Ancient World

The decline of the ancient world is in itself a fascinating problem,

Was it the invasion of the barbarians that brought about the collapse of the Roman Empire in the west, or did it disintegrate because of its own internal weaknesses? Was classical culture already in an advanced state of decay before the Empire fell? or was it the barbarians who destroyed it? What part had the progress of Christianity in these changes?  This book discusses and attempts to resolve these issues. 

1966 Hardback.