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“Robert Harris wrote a book about Pompeii, inspired by Frontinus's book on aqueducts.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Roman military strategy
For: Readers interested in historical fiction and Roman history
Key quote: “Frontinus's book on aqueducts was a massive source for Robert Harris when he was writing that.”
The host mentions 'Pompeii' by Robert Harris to highlight the influence of historical texts on contemporary literature. Specifically, Frontinus's writings on aqueducts served as a significant source for Harris, reflecting the intricate details of Roman engineering in his novel.
“Robert Harris in his brilliant novel, Pompeii, does. It's a novel set against the backdrop of a hydra. A phenomenal engineer trying to work out why the springs have stopped and gradually arriving at the terrible truth.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: destruction of Pompeii
For: History enthusiasts and archaeology students
Key quote: “Probably the destruction of Pompeii and Herculaneum, even more famous than the inauguration of the Colosseum.”
The host mentions 'Pompeii' to highlight its significance in the context of the eruption of Vesuvius and its impact on the ancient world. They reference previous discussions on the archaeology of Pompeii and the vivid accounts from historical sources like Pliny the Younger.