The World of Pompeii (Routledge Worlds) [Paperback]

Pedar Foss (Editor), John J. Dobbins (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0415475775 | ISBN-13: 978-0415475778 | Publication Date: August 22, 2007 | Edition: 1 Pap/Cdr

This all embracing survey of Pompeii provides the most comprehensive survey of the region available. With contributions by well-known experts in the field, this book studies not only Pompeii, but also – for the first time – the buried surrounding cities of Campania. The World of Pompeii includes the latest understanding of the region, based on the up-to-date findings of recent archaeological work.

Accompanied by a CD with the most detailed map of Pompeii so far, this book is instrumental in studying the city in the ancient world and is an excellent source book for students of this fascinating and tragic geographic region.

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About the Author

John J. Dobbins is Professor of Classical Art & Archaeology at the University of Virginia, USA

Pedar Foss is Associate Professor of Classics at the University of DePauw, USA

Product Details

• Paperback: 704 pages
• Publisher: Routledge; 1 Pap/Cdr edition (August 22, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0415475775
• ISBN-13: 978-0415475778
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.8 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #340,987 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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