![]() ![]() ![]() We find a world rich in wine, ritual, sex, political scandal and over-the-top partying. heavily researched but readable book, which is also splendidly illustrated., By using the very latest archaeological and historical research, Pompeii offers a vivid portrait of a lost city during the 25 years leading up to the eruption that destroyed it. a very detailed narrative, mixture of historical fact and patches of italicised fiction, and Harris wishes that it had been available when he wrote his novel. I would encourage anyone with a passing interest in ancient history to buy a copy. With an excellent bibliography, note and index, Pompeii - The Living City fulfils every requirement of an erudite historical exposition, while achieving something far greater through its entertaining and well-written text. ![]() The whole is written in a lively style, with nice touches of humour. An original and vivid recreation of unfolding events in the doomed city. ![]()
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