The Inheritance of Rome

Prizewinning historian Chris Wickham offers a groundbreaking perspective on the Dark Ages, challenging traditional views and emphasizing the period's significance in shaping European identity. Drawing on new research and a blend of historical and archaeological insights, he explores a vast and diverse world influenced by the remnants of Rome and its successor empires, covering a range of cultures from the Goths to the Vikings. This sweeping history provides a detailed portrait of a pivotal era that laid the foundations for Europe’s future.