Pompeii And Hercvlanevm: The Glory And The Grief
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Marcel Brion
Binding: Hardback
Published: Elek Books Limited, 1960
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Marcel Brion's Pompeii: Pompeii & Herculaneum presents a vivid historical account of the Roman cities tragically preserved by Vesuvius. This compelling narrative chronicles the daily lives of their inhabitants, the grandeur of their architecture, and the sudden, devastating eruption that immortalized them. The author uncovers the archaeological discoveries that have brought these ancient societies back to life, detailing the intricate mosaics, frescoes, and artifacts found within their ruins. It illustrates the profound impact of the disaster and the enduring legacy of these remarkable sites, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of Roman civilization frozen in time.
Author: Marcel Brion
Binding: Hardback
Published: Elek Books Limited, 1960
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Marcel Brion's Pompeii: Pompeii & Herculaneum presents a vivid historical account of the Roman cities tragically preserved by Vesuvius. This compelling narrative chronicles the daily lives of their inhabitants, the grandeur of their architecture, and the sudden, devastating eruption that immortalized them. The author uncovers the archaeological discoveries that have brought these ancient societies back to life, detailing the intricate mosaics, frescoes, and artifacts found within their ruins. It illustrates the profound impact of the disaster and the enduring legacy of these remarkable sites, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of Roman civilization frozen in time.