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In this comprehensive investigation into the vibrant urban life that existed under Hadrian's rule, the author focuses on the emperor's direct interactions with
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The Ancient Roman City
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Authors: John E. Stambaugh
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The ruins of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Ostia have excited the imagination of scholars and tourists alike since early modern times. The removal of volcanic debri