Marisa Ranieri Panetta

This book provides a wonderful pictorial view of Pompeii. The pictures are outstanding -- large, colorful, and, in some cases, haunting.

In addition to the beautiful photographs, the text is arranged quite well, and is broken down into very logical sections (Discovery, Public Life, Religious Life, Commercial Life, Private Life) with detailed text and accompanying photos.

Did I mention how LARGE this book is? It's huge -- and many photographs are full page, or double page. And one is a fold show more out, spanning four full pages. show less