People and Identity in Ostrogothic Italy, 489–554

Discover a fresh perspective on the history of the fall of the Roman Empire in People and Identity in Ostrogothic Italy, 489–554 by Patrick Amory. Published by Cambridge University Press in 1997, this comprehensive hardback edition spans 548 pages and delves into the complex identity of the Goths in Italy during a pivotal period in European history.

Amory challenges the long-held notion that the barbarians were solely responsible for the empire's decline, offering a nuanced case study that reexamines their role in shaping the social and cultural landscape of Ostrogothic Italy. This insightful work is essential for anyone interested in European history, particularly the dynamics of identity and cultural transformation from 500 to 1500 CE.

Join Patrick Amory on a captivating journey through time that reveals the intricacies of Gothic life and their significant contributions to Italy's historical narrative.