Pompeii
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The 1st century AD. The Roman Empire is at the peak of its power. The wealthiest population of the empire luxuriates in villas along the Mediterranean coast, enjoying the last days of summer. The world's largest military fleet peacefully anchors in Misenum. People spend money at seaside resorts in Baiae, Herculaneum, and Pompeii. It seems like nothing foreshadows the impending tragedy. The only one who understands that something is wrong is Mark Attilius, a hereditary aquarius managing the aqueduct that supplies the region with water. For the first time in many decades, the water supply mechanism fails, and the aqueduct rapidly dries up. Attilius promises Pliny, a scientist and fleet commander, that he will find the cause of the malfunction. To do this, he needs to assemble an expedition and head to Pompeii, where, as Mark believes, the source of the disaster lies. But Pompeii is not an ordinary city. Here, Attilius faces not only nature itself but also people who see his diligence as a hindrance...
Author:
Author:Harris Robert
Cover:
Cover:hardcover
Category:
- Category:History & Geography
- Category:Science Fiction
Publication language:
Publication Language:Russian
Paper:
Paper:offset
Dimensions:
Dimensions:20.5x14x2.6 cm
Series:
Series:The Big Book. Historical novel
Age restrictions:
Age restrictions:16+
Product type:
Product type:partial lacquering, embossing
ISBN:
ISBN:978-5-389-23610-3
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