"Buried Cities, Volume 1: Pompeii" by Jennie Hall is a journey back in time to the doomed Roman city, brought to life through the eyes of Ariston, a Greek slave, and his young master Caius. Amidst the vibrant art and bustling commerce of Pompeii, a disaster is about to strike. Hall vividly recounts the tragic eruption of Mount Vesuvius, painting a vivid picture of the city's last moments, while following Ariston as he battles to save Caius. The book reveals the love and bravery of individuals caught in the chaos, revealing the culture and social life of Pompeii before the ash fell and illustrating how the rediscovery of the city allows us to remember people and events from long ago.
Buried Cities, Volume 1: Pompeii
By Jennie Hall
In the shadow of a restless volcano, a slave must summon all his courage to protect his young master as their vibrant city collapses into ash and ruin.
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