ISBN: 9780282937553 - Vesuvius (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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.…