Cities of Vesuvius : Pompeii and Herculaneum : Year 12
Bradley, Pamela2018
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Place reservation for Cities of Vesuvius : Pompeii and Herculaneum : Year 12This book provides background information for a study of the cities of Vesuvius, Pompeii & Herculaneum, in a geographical context, and examines the ethical issues of destruction and conservation. Providing HSC students with the knowledge, understanding, and skills required to investigate, reconstruct and conserve the past, this third edition has been revised and updated to provide even greater support for the core topic of the NSW Year 12 Ancient History syllabus. Beginning with the eruption of Vesuvius and the devastation it caused, then onto the cities of Vesuvius: Pompeii and Herculaneum. The book examines the history of excavations, the physical landscape, and the nature of available sources and evidence. It also comprehensively explores the social life, economy, politics, religion, architecture and entertainment in the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, as well as the influence of Greece and Hellenistic culture. HSC exam style questions and answers are included to help students with revision, and to prepare for assessment tasks and final examination.
Main title:
Cities of Vesuvius : Pompeii and Herculaneum : Year 12 / by Pamela Bradley.
Author:
Bradley, Pamela, author
Edition:
Third edition.
Imprint:
Port Melbourne, VIC : Cambridge University Press, 2018.©2018.
Collation:
264 pages : colour illustrations, colour maps ; 28 cm.
Notes:
"Interactive textbook included" -- Cover notes.Includes bibliographic references and index.
Audience:
Interest grade level: Secondary.
ISBN:
9781108333009 (paperback)
Dewey class:
937.7
Language:
English
Subject:
Ancient history (HSC subject)HSC (Higher School Certificate)Ancient history -- Examinations -- Study guidesHSC (Higher School Certificate) -- Ancient historyHigher School Certificate Examination (N.S.W.) -- Study guidesAncient historyVolcanic eruptions -- Vesuvius (Italy) -- HistoryPompeii (Extinct city)Herculaneum (Extinct city)Vesuvius (Italy) -- HistoryPompeii (Italy) -- HistoryHerculaneum (Italy) -- History
BRN:
358513
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys | Higher School Certificate | 937.7 CIT | Available |
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