How did Edward Gibbon research his historical works?
My method was one of assiduous investigation and critical synthesis. I immersed myself in the primary sources available, from ancient historians and chroniclers to legal texts and inscriptions. However, I did not merely accept these accounts uncritically. I approached them with a rational skepticism, comparing different narratives, evaluating the biases of authors, and seeking to reconstruct events based on the most plausible evidence. My extensive reading extended to the literature and philosophy of various ages, allowing me to draw parallels and understand the intellectual currents of different times.
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