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100			_aDe Franciscis, Alfonso
245		0	_aThe Buried Cities: _bPompeii and Herculaneum/ _cby Alfonso De Franciscis,
260			_aNovara
260			_bIstituto Geograficio De Agostini
260			_c1978
300			_a186 p. :
520			_a"The Buried Cities: Pompeii & Herculaneum" by Alfonso De Franciscis explores the archaeological significance and historical context of the ancient Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, which were famously destroyed and preserved by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. The book examines the daily lives of the inhabitants, the artistic and architectural achievements of the cities, and the process of excavation and conservation that has revealed their hidden treasures. De Franciscis delves into the social, economic, and cultural aspects of these cities, providing insights into Roman life during the imperial period. He discusses the archaeological methods used to uncover the sites, the challenges faced in preserving the ruins, and the ongoing impact of the discoveries on our understanding of Roman civilization.
650			_aHerculanum (Ville ancienne)
650			_aPompeii (Extinct city)
650			_aHistory of Science _vMount Vesuvius
650			_aRoman History _vNatural Disasters
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