The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, by Edward Gibbon

Chapter VII: Tyranny Of Maximin, Rebellion, Civil Wars, Death Of Maximin

The Elevation And Tyranny Of Maximin.—Rebellion In Africa And Italy, Under The Authority Of The Senate.—Civil Wars And Seditions.—Violent Deaths Of Maximin And His Son, Of Maximus And Balbinus, And Of The Three Gordians.— Usurpation And Secular Games Of Philip.