The Dark Ages Collection

J. B. Bury, Edward Creasy, Henry Bradley, Edward Gibbon

• Publisher: Antique Editions
• Year: 2026
• eBook ISBN: 9782379265679
• Topic: Literature
• Subtopic: Classics
• Index: Literature

A journey into one of history's most fascinating eras. The Dark Ages Collection brings together a carefully curated selection of historical writings and literary works that explore the medieval world, its culture, its challenges, and its enduring legacy. This comprehensive anthology highlights the richness of early European history through influential texts, narratives, and scholarly perspectives from various authors. It offers readers a deeper understanding of the period commonly referred to as the Dark Ages, a time of transformation, tradition, and cultural development. Inside this collection, readers will discover: Historical accounts and reflections on medieval life Classic literary works inspired by the era Cultural and philosophical writings A broad exploration of early European civilization Perfect for students of history, lovers of classic literature, and readers interested in medieval studies, this volume provides an engaging and informative look at a pivotal period in world history. Add this essential historical collection to your library and explore the foundations of the medieval world.

Table of contents

• HISTORY OF THE LATER ROMAN EMPIRE, by J.B. Bury
• THE STORY OF THE GOTHS, by Henry Bradley
• THE DARK AGES, by Charles Oman
• VISIGOTHS PILLAGE ROME, by Edward Gibbon
• HUNS INVADE THE EASTERN ROMAN EMPIRE; ATTILA DICTATES A TREATY OF PEACE, by Edward Gibbon
• THE ENGLISH CONQUEST OF BRITAIN, by John Green & Charles Knight
• ATTILA INVADES WESTERN EUROPE; BATTLE OF CHÂLONS, by Edward Creasy & Edward Gibbon
• FOUNDATION OF VENICE, by Thomas Hodgkin & John Ruskin
• CLOVIS FOUNDS THE KINGDOM OF THE FRANKS: IT BECOMES CHRISTIAN, by Francois Guizot
• PUBLICATION OF THE JUSTINIAN CODE, by Edward Gibbon
• AUGUSTINE'S MISSIONARY WORK IN ENGLAND, by Venerable Bede & John Green
• THE HEGIRA; CAREER OF MAHOMET: THE KORAN: AND MAHOMETAN CREED, by Washington Irving & Simon Ockley
• THE SARACEN CONQUEST OF SYRIA, by Simon Ockley
• SARACENS CONQUER EGYPT; DESTRUCTION OF THE LIBRARY AT ALEXANDRIA, by Washington Irving
• EVOLUTION OF THE DOGESHIP IN VENICE, by William Hazlitt
• SARACENS IN SPAIN: BATTLE OF THE GUADALETE, by Ahmed ibn Mahomet Al-Makkari
• BATTLE OF TOURS, by Edward Creasy
• FOUNDING OF THE CARLOVINGIAN DYNASTY; PÉPIN THE SHORT USURPS THE FRANKISH CROWN, by Francois Guizot
• CAREER OF CHARLEMAGNE, by Francois Guizot
• EGBERT BECOMES KING OF THE ANGLO-SAXON HEPTARCHY, by David Hume