The Last Night in Pompeii Pompeii was a thriving Roman city until the eruption of Mount Vesuvius brought its final day. The Last Night in Pompeii recreates that world with vivid detail drawn from archaeology, ancient accounts, and modern science.Explore the city's streets, homes, temples, markets, and daily routines before disaster struck. Follow the early warnings, the observations of Pliny, and the terrifying hours when ash and fire overwhelmed the region.Discover what the earth preserved for almost two thousand years, including frescoes, mosaics, tools, food, and the final moments of its people.Both dramatic and deeply informative, this book offers a clear and compelling journey through the life, destruction, and rediscovery of one of history's most iconic cities.