Last Days of Pompeii

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Set in Manchester, the story follows an hourly paid lecturer at a university art school who grapples with tiredness, depression, and the challenges of his creative work. As he copes with his financial struggles by stealing everyday items, he confronts haunting nightmares from his past in a small town. These experiences drive him to document his thoughts, leading to a pivotal realization about the harsh cycles of life and the dire implications of the present.