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The Last Days of Pompeii
The Last Days of Pompeii
The Last Days of Pompeii
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Travel back in time to ancient Pompeii with "The Last Days of Pompeii" by Edward Bulwer-Lytton, a captivating and thrilling historical novel. Immerse yourself in a tale of love, intrigue, and tragedy at the heart of a city on the verge of being buried by the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

In this enchanting narrative, you will meet Nydia, a blind slave with a tragic fate, Glaucus, a Roman nobleman, and Ione, a priestess of Isis. Their lives intersect in a complex web of love, jealousy, and conspiracies as Pompeii prepares for its imminent fall.

Edward Bulwer-Lytton takes you on an epic journey through ancient Rome, allowing you to discover the customs, beliefs, and struggles of this fascinating era. His descriptive and immersive writing transports you to the heart of this flourishing Roman city, enabling you to feel the intense emotions of its characters.

"The Last Days of Pompeii" is a literary classic that has captivated readers since its publication. This novel offers a perfect blend of history, romance, and drama, all against the backdrop of an impending catastrophe.

Dive into this captivating story and be carried away by the vibrant atmosphere and thrilling twists of "The Last Days of Pompeii". This book is a must-read for anyone passionate about history, adventure, and intense storytelling.


ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Edward Bulwer-Lytton (1803-1873) was a British writer and politician. He is known for his popular novels of the 19th century, such as "The Last Days of Pompeii" (1834) and "Zanoni" (1842). Bulwer-Lytton was also a member of the British Parliament and held ministerial positions. His writing style was often characterized by romanticism and a passion for the occult. He is famous for the opening line of his novel "Paul Clifford" (1830): "It was a dark and stormy night." Bulwer-Lytton left a lasting mark on 19th-century literature.

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PublisherLibrofilio
Release dateAug 3, 2023
ISBN9782384612635
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Edward Bulwer-Lytton

Edward Bulwer-Lytton, engl. Romanschriftsteller und Politiker, ist bekannt geworden durch seine populären historischen/metaphysischen und unvergleichlichen Romane wie „Zanoni“, „Rienzi“, „Die letzten Tage von Pompeji“ und „Das kommende Geschlecht“. Ihm wird die Mitgliedschaft in der sagenumwobenen Gemeinschaft der Rosenkreuzer nachgesagt. 1852 wurde er zum Kolonialminister von Großbritannien ernannt.

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