The Fires of Vesuvius: Pompeii Lost and Found by Mary Beard

The Fires of Vesuvius: Pompeii Lost and Found

Mary Beard

12 hours, 36 minutes first pub 2008 (editions) user-added

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The Fires of Vesuvius: Pompeii Lost and Found by Mary Beard is a captivating read for anyone fascinated by the rich history and culture of ancient Rome, archaeology, and the secrets hidden within the ruins of Pompeii, offering a journey through time to uncover the complexities and nuances of life in the Roman Empire.

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Pompeii is the most famous archaeological site in the world, visited by more than two million people each year. Yet it is also one of the most puzzling, with an intriguing and sometimes violent history, from the sixth century BCE to the present da...

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informative: 100%

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