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Pompeii
By Karen Ball
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Description
Set against the backdrop of one of history's most catastrophic events, Pompeii by Karen Ball invites readers to discover the story of this ancient Roman city and its tragic demise. Through an engaging, easy-to-follow narrative, the book offers a vivid evocation of one of history's great catastrophes.
The Plot
The book recounts the tragic story of the Italian city that came to a sudden end when the volcano Vesuvius furiously erupted. As the tension builds, the narrative explores themes of resilience, community, and the fragility of life.
Themes
- Human Experience: The book brings home the human scale of the catastrophe, making the city's sudden end all the more impactful.
- Nature's Power: The eruption serves as a reminder of nature's unpredictability and the insignificance of human beings in the face of such forces.
- Historical Reflection: By weaving factual details with narrative, readers gain insight into one of history's great catastrophes.
Usborne Publishing Ltd has a reputation for crafting compelling historical narratives, and Pompeii stands alongside other notable works that explore ancient civilisations. Readers who appreciate stories that blend education with engaging storytelling will find this book a remarkable addition to their collection.
Book details
- Author
- Karen Ball
- Publisher
- Usborne Publishing Ltd
- Publication date
- Format
- Hardback
- Pages
- 64
- ISBN-13
- 9780746068328
- Language
- English
- Reading age
- Ages 9–11
- Genre
- Historical Adventures
- Dimensions
- 203 × 137 × 10 mm
- Weight
- 202 g
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