This is a luxurious collector's edition of Edward Gibbon's "The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire" published by Folio Society in 2003. The book is hardcover and comes with slip cases, making it a great addition to any book collection. The illustrations add a special touch to this original piece of ancient history literature, which is written in English. The book was published in the United Kingdom and has special attributes that make it stand out from other editions. It is perfect for those interested in European history and is classified as an antiquarian and collectible item.