Attila, the HunDescribes the life of Attila, leader of the Huns, and his attempt to conquer the Roman Empire. |
Contents
On Leadership | 6 |
The Scourge of God | 12 |
The Rise of the Huns | 22 |
At the Court of Honorius | 28 |
Attilas Return | 36 |
Attila and Bleda Share the Throne | 42 |
Attilas Kingdom | 48 |
New Conquest in Gaul | 58 |
Final Days | 78 |
Attilas Legacy | 84 |
Chronology | 92 |
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Picture Credits | 99 |
About the Author | 100 |
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