Pompeii: Its Destruction And Re-Discovery (1853)

by G. Clarke

Book Overview

Pompeii: Its Destruction and Re-Discovery is a historical book written by George Clarke in 1853. The book provides a detailed account of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, its destruction by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, and its subsequent rediscovery. The author explores the history of the city, its culture, and the daily life of its inhabitants before the disaster that led to its destruction. Clarke also delves into the various archaeological excavations that took place in Pompeii, including the discoveries of the city's ruins and artifacts. He describes the techniques used by archaeologists to uncover the city's buried remains and the challenges they faced during the excavation process. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the ruins and artifacts found in Pompeii, providing readers with a visual representation of the city's history and culture. Overall, Pompeii: Its Destruction and Re-Discovery is an informative and engaging read for those interested in the history of ancient Rome, archaeology, and the preservation of cultural heritage.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120679052
• ISBN13: 9781120679055
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 604 Pages
• Weight: 1.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"