Attila and the Huns

"Attila and the Huns" by Edward Hutton is a historical exploration of the infamous Hun leader and his impact on both the Roman Empire's world and the flow of European history. Hutton introduces Attila as a barbaric force whose actions are comparable to those of more modern empires, setting the stage for an exploration of the Huns' identity, origins, and invasions. The narrative emphasizes the ongoing struggle between barbarism and civilization as it considers the social and political effects of the Hunnic invasions, linking Attila's era to the power dynamics of Hutton's present--Europe during World War I.