Pompeji

In the year 79 AD, glowing ash rained down on Pompeii. Lava engulfed people, animals, and buildings, preserving them for eternity. Centuries later, Pompeii is one of the most important archaeological sites. The world-renowned historian Mary Beard takes us on a fascinating walk through the history of Pompeii. She describes how people lived and loved there, detailing houses, pubs, and gardens, artworks, and everyday objects. At the same time, she exposes the misconceptions that researchers have repeatedly fallen into and shows what it was really like. With each captivating puzzle she presents, the desire to see this place with one's own eyes grows. "Pompeii" was awarded the prestigious Wolfson History Prize in 2008. "This fantastic book is a model for storytelling that is both insightful and thrilling.".