Escape from Pompeii

Name: Escape from Pompeii
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781845070595
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By Christina Balit

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Escape from Pompeii follows Tranio, an actor's son, and his friend Livia, the baker's daughter, as they witness the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. The story begins in the bustling Roman city of Pompeii and captures the terrifying moments of its destruction, offering a vivid glimpse into a catastrophic event and the lives it changed forever.
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Ideal for children interested in history and ancient Roman life, this book provides an accessible and engaging way to learn about the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and its impact.

Travel back in time to the days of the Roman Empire and join Tranio, the son of an actor, and his friend Livia, the baker's daughter, in witnessing the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD79.

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The eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79 meant death for most of the Roman citizens living in Pompeii. But some people must have survived – and Christina Balit has used this as the starting point for her story.

It tells of Tranio, an actor's son, and his friend Livia, the baker's daughter, who witness one of the most terrifying moments in recorded history – the destruction of their beloved city.

Escape from Pompeii invites readers to explore this dramatic and historic event through the eyes of young characters who experience the devastation and strive to survive amidst the chaos.

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“On the hillside overlooking the sparkling bay of Naples, the Roman city of Pompeii glimmered in the sunlight. From his window, young Tranio listened to the noise humming from bars, taverns, and shops around him... Beyond the massive city walls he could see Pompeii's greatest protector looming in the distance. They called it Vesuvius, the Gentle Mountain.” – an evocative extract that immerses readers in the atmosphere of ancient Pompeii.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781845070595

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Illustration: col. Illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 270.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

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Ancient & Classical History Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Christina Balit

About the Author

Christina Balit was born in Manchester but grew up in the Middle East. She studied at Chelsea School of Art and the Royal College of Art, and also attended Morley Theatre School and Questors Theatre School. She has exhibited widely and is also a playwright. Her books have won several nominations, commendations and a shortlist place for the Kate Greenway Medal. Kingdom of the Sun (written by Jaqueline Mitton), won the 2002 English Association Award for non-fiction. To learn more about Christina Balit click here

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