Rome reached its peak during the reign of Augustus from "summary" of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire by Edward Gibbon
The period which elapsed from the death of Augustus to the reign of Marcus Antoninus, was marked by the rare advantage of internal tranquility. The empire enjoyed a profound peace, during which the happiness of its subjects was increased by the influence of laws and arts. The Roman Empire, in this golden age, spread from the shores of the Atlantic to the banks of the Euphrates, and from the deserts of Arabia to the forests of Germany. The legions guarded the distant frontiers, while justice was equally administered in the heart of the empire. The reign of Augustus was a time of prosperity and stability for Rome. Under his rule, the empire experienced a period of peace and prosperity known as the Pax Romana. The city of Rome itself flourished, with magnificent buildings and monuments erected to celebrate the glory of the empire. The economy thrived, with trade and commerce flourishing throughout the empire. The arts and sciences also flourished during this time, with poets, philosopher...
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