Daily Life in Roman Pompei

Study of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and the destruction of Pompeii, including daily life in a Roman town in the 1st Century in Italy; the Roman world in advertisements, social media, business records, and contracts; and building dedications and correspondence. Uses digital tools and resources for the study of Roman texts. Study of Roman writing from the archaeological context of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and surrounding communities.