Pompeje by Robert Harris
Set against the backdrop of the impending eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, this historical thriller follows the journey of Marcus Attilius Primus, an aqueduct engineer tasked with repairing the Aqua Augusta, the crucial water supply for the region. As he delves deeper into the mystery of the water's sudden disappearance, he uncovers a web of corruption, greed, and deceit that threatens not only his mission but also the lives of those around him. With the clock ticking and the ground trembling beneath him, Marcus must navigate the treacherous political landscape and natural calamities to avert disaster and save the people of the Roman Empire from the looming catastrophe.
- Published
- 2003
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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