The Novels and Romances of Edward Bulwer Lytton (Lord Lytton) ...

“The Last Days of Pompeii” is a captivating historical novel by Edward Bulwer-Lytton, offering a vivid depiction of life in the ancient Roman city of Pompeii before its destruction in 79 AD. First published in 1834, the novel weaves together elements of romance, intrigue, and historical detail to create a compelling narrative. Bulwer-Lytton masterfully portrays the diverse characters who inhabit Pompeii, from noble citizens and gladiators to priests and slaves, each contributing to the rich tapestry of the doomed city. With its memorable scenes and evocative prose, 'The Last Days of Pompeii' has secured its place as a classic of English literature, continuing to resonate with readers who are drawn to its dramatic portrayal of love, faith, and the impermanence of human existence in the face of nature’s power. This edition makes available to a new generation of readers Bulwer-Lytton’s exciting novel of ancient Rome.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.