The Eruption of Mt. Vesuvius Wasn’t Pompeii’s Only Killer

New evidence has emerged for a seismic event that contributed significantly to the destruction of Pompeii during the eruption of Vesuvius.

A Little Pompeiian Fish Sauce Goes a Long Way

A podcast featuring a classicist looking into how devastating the eruption of Vesuvius was, and the role of fish sauce.

Through the Lens of Classical Antiquity

An article discussing the enduring influence of classical Greece and Rome on contemporary political, ethical and aesthetic discourse.

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The Eruption of Mt. Vesuvius Wasn’t Pompeii’s Only Killer New evidence has emerged for a seismic event that contributed significantly to the destruction of Pompeii