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The Eternal Decline and Fall of Rome

The History of a Dangerous Idea
Book • 2021
This book traces the development and use of the rhetoric of Roman decline and renewal from the Roman Republic to the present day.

It explores how this narrative has been employed by various figures, including Roman politicians, Christian emperors, and modern leaders, to justify power, blame others for decline, and promise renewal.

The book covers the historical context of Roman decline and fall, its impact on Western history, and its continued relevance in contemporary discourse.

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Sean Illing
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Edward Watts
's two terrific books on ancient Rome.
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Is America collapsing like Ancient Rome?
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Alex von Tunzelmann
as the book written by the guest, Edward J. Watts.
Is everything you know about the Romans wrong?

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