The Tombs of Pompeii

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Focusing on Pompeii's funerary culture, this book explores the significance of social class and self-representation in ancient burial practices. It offers a comprehensive analysis of tombs, combining a wealth of previously unpublished data and images to reveal new insights into commemoration. As the first English-language work dedicated to Pompeian funerary rituals, it provides a complete survey of the tombs and situates local practices within the broader context of Roman burial traditions, challenging previous piecemeal studies.