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My purpose has been first to collect an authentic history of the mountain called Vesuvius, and of its successive eruptions; next, to arrange the main facts and phaenomena which have been observed in and around Vesuvius, in a settled order; and finally, to present such thoughts and interpretations as appear to me justly founded on these observations, and in harmony with the working laws of nature.
Of many sketches rapidly made on the spot by my companion and myself, a few have been translated into engravings and lithographs, but the greater num ber sketched in outline on wood by myself, along with other diagrams which seemed useful for reference. I am indebted to my friend Mr. Lowry, for directing the engraving; Messrs. Newbald and Stead, of York, have executed the colour-printing and lithographs; and Mr. De Wilde has patiently fixed my ideas on wood.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. In the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, a tumultuous history played out on the Bay of Naples between 79 AD and the present day. This book tells the tale of violent eruptions, devastating earthquakes, and the rise and fall of civilizations in the region, with a particular focus on the fate of the Roman towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum. The author draws on contemporary accounts, geological research, and archaeological discoveries to provide a vivid portrait of life and death under the looming threat of Vesuvius, from its earliest recorded eruption to its most recent activity. The book explores themes of human resilience, scientific curiosity, and the enduring legacy of disaster, offering a fresh perspective on the complex relationship between humans and the forces of nature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282937553_0
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