Bursting with heroic battle scenes and eloquent storytelling, The Sword of Attila recounts what some historians have called the most important battle in all history. Once again, Ford has created a remarkable work of vibrant history and riveting fiction. The fate of Europe hangs in the balance during one of the most pivotal battles in all history. Only one man has the power, wealth, and authority to halt the barbarian tides sweeping over the Roman world but to save the empire, he must overcome the Sword of Attila.