Cities of Vesuvius: POMPEII & HERCULANEUM

Mount Vesuvius erupted almost 2000 years ago. The inhabitants of nearby Pompeii & Herculaneum suffered horrific deaths, before being buried under tonnes of volcanic rock and mud. For centuries their story was forgotten. Gradually over the last 400 years, their secrets have been unearthed, giving us a remarkable insight into an ancient society.

This comprehensive and extended-length 73 minutes DVD, reveals details of their everyday lives, occupations, religion, politics, entertainment, influence of foreign cultures and the architecture of both public buildings and private homes. The DVD, combined with Paul Latham's extensive Teachers Notes, provides an invaluable resource.  

It is the first of two progammes on Pompeii and Herculaneum. 

Just press play and view excerpts from the programme

KEY LEARNING AREAS:

Geographical Context - The Forum - The Economy - Social Structure - Local Political Life - Everyday Life - Influence of Greek and Egyptian Culture - Architectural Styles of Public Buildings - Private Buildings - Religion.

SUBJECT AREAS:

Ancient History - Ancient Society and Culture - Classical Studies - Society and Environment 

 STUDY AREAS:

SENIOR: Ancient Society and Culture - People, Place and Time   JUNIOR: Ancient Societies

CLICK TO VIEW -   TEACHERS NOTES     SCRIPT

COST  $200 + $5 postage and handling

TO ORDER email  philsheppard@optusnet.com.au  with a school purchase / order number and the DVD will be sent immediately to your school or college.