
BURIED CITIES
BURIED CITIES - BY - JENNIE HALL
FOREWORD: TO BOYS AND GIRLS
POMPEII
THE GREEK SLAVE AND THE LITTLE ROMAN BOY
VESUVIUS
POMPEII TO-DAY
PICTURES OF POMPEII
OLYMPIA
HOW A CITY WAS LOST
Imagine stepping into the silent streets of a city frozen for two millennia, where every stone, lamp, and fresco whispers a story waiting to be uncovered. This volume takes listeners on a vivid journey through the ruins of Pompeii, Olympia, and Mycenae, blending rich illustrations with the everyday lives of the people who once thrived there. From the bustling workshops and marble courtyards to the humble moments of a Greek slave painting heroic myths on a Roman wall, the narrative paints a picture of art, ambition, and the human desire for freedom.
The book invites curious minds to become modern explorers, encouraging the thrill of discovery without ever needing a spade. Through carefully chosen images and lively descriptions, listeners can picture bronze lamps flickering in dim rooms, ancient marketplaces humming with trade, and the quiet awe of uncovering a forgotten masterpiece. It’s a gentle invitation to imagine the past as a living tapestry, waiting for each listener to unravel its hidden threads.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (155K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, David Widger and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Release date
2004-08-10
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1875–1921
Best known for bringing history and legend to life for young readers, this early 20th-century American writer turned subjects like Vikings, ancient Greece, and buried cities into vivid, approachable stories. Her books have had a long afterlife, especially in classrooms and public-domain editions.
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