In the Shadow of Vesuvius

Though the burial of Pompei has become a famous historical event, portrayed in art, literature, and even film, considerably less well-known was the burial of the nearby cities of Stabiae and Herculaneum, sites that have long languished in the shadow of their more famous sister city.

Oct 22, 2021 | 14:23 | Josh Geiger

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