The History of Civilization Volume 2, written by Francois Pierre G. Guizot and originally published in 1846, provides a detailed account of the period between the fall of the Roman Empire and the French Revolution. This comprehensive historical work covers a wide range of topics including political, social, and cultural developments that took place during this period. Guizot examines the rise and fall of various civilizations, the emergence of new political systems, the impact of religion and philosophy, and the evolution of art and literature. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including primary documents and contemporary accounts, to provide a nuanced and comprehensive account of this important period in human history. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the development of Western civilization and the forces that shaped it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.