The Last Days of Pompeii

"The Last Days of Pompeii" by Edward George Bulwer-Lytton is a story that transports readers to the doomed city as Mount Vesuvius looms, ready to unleash its fury. Follow the fates of Glaucus, a sensitive Athenian; Clodius, a flashy gambler; Nydia, a vulnerable blind girl; and Arbaces, a shadowy Egyptian, as their lives become tangled amidst the splendor and corruption of Roman society. The narrative paints a detailed picture of Pompeii's vibrant culture and the personal connections that bind its residents, all while hinting at the disaster that awaits them. Witness Glaucus's pursuit of a mysterious woman, his friendship with Clodius, and his compassion for Nydia, as the story builds toward its earth-shattering climax.