Excellent New Video on Life as a Gladiator
My novel of Pompeii is set in a gladiatorial school, so I was excited to see this short documentary-like video about what life was really like for gladiators. I'll admit I gave a little squee when the medicus showed up, given that Tag, one of the main characters in Curses and Smoke: A Novel of Pompeii, is a medical slave in a struggling gladiatorial school of his own. The film … [Read more...] about Excellent New Video on Life as a Gladiator
Friday Funnies–Ancient Style!
In honor of the release of Hades Speaks! ...A little underground humor! … [Read more...] about Friday Funnies–Ancient Style!
The Greek God of the Underworld Awaits You!
"Ever notice how people get my name and realm confused? Yeah, it irritates me, too." -Hades Hades Speaks! A Guide to the Underworld by the Greek God of the Dead is officially out! The dark lord has a lot to say about his origins, his minions, and all the creepy nooks and crannies of his realm. "One Greek playwright described my realm as a 'mass of mire' and filled with … [Read more...] about The Greek God of the Underworld Awaits You!
No, Pompeii was NOT Destroyed in August
At least once during August, you're likely to hear, “On this day/month in history, Vesuvius erupted and destroyed the ancient Roman city of Pompeii.” Um, not exactly. According to many scholars, Vesuvius erupted much later in the fall. Still, most Latin and history textbooks continue to print (and reprint) August 24th as the … [Read more...] about No, Pompeii was NOT Destroyed in August
