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Pliny and the Eruption of Vesuvius

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Focusing on the historical significance of Pliny the Younger's letters, this book provides a forensic analysis of Epistulae 6.16 and 6.20, which detail the catastrophic eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. It delves into the vivid contemporary observations made by Pliny, offering insights into the event's impact on the ancient Mediterranean world and enhancing our understanding of this pivotal moment in history.

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Pliny and the Eruption of Vesuvius, Pedar W. Foss

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Título
Pliny and the Eruption of Vesuvius
Idioma
Inglés
Publicado en
2022
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Tapa dura
Páginas
334
ISBN13
9780415705462
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Focusing on the historical significance of Pliny the Younger's letters, this book provides a forensic analysis of Epistulae 6.16 and 6.20, which detail the catastrophic eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. It delves into the vivid contemporary observations made by Pliny, offering insights into the event's impact on the ancient Mediterranean world and enhancing our understanding of this pivotal moment in history.