Young engineer Marcus Attilius Primus, placed in charge of the Agua Augusta, sets out for Pompeii in an effort to fix the problems that have been plaguing the enormous aqueduct, but he soon learns there are natural and man-made forces working against him.
Explores the ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, describing the eruption of Vesuvius in A.D. 79, efforts at excavation, and archaeologists' discoveries about the daily life of Romans.
Uses a fictionalized account of the life of the steward of an important estate to describe the ancient Italian city of Pompeii and what happened to it during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
Explores the social, political, cultural, and religious life in the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, destroyed in a volcanic eruption in 79 A.D. and not rediscovered until the late seventeenth century.
Presents a children's travel guide to ancient Pompeii and provides information on its history and culture, nearby towns of Herculaneum and Neapolis, the theaters and temples, Roman gladiators and public forums, and ancient baths.
Examines the history of some of the world's greatest lost civilizations, exploring the ancient city of Ur, the mystery of Atlantis, the tragic fate of Pompeii, and others.
Shows all the major buildings, streets and artwork, in detailed and comprehensive form, to enable the reader to see the city as it appeared on that fatal day before it was buried under tons of molten lava.
