"Sterminator Vesevo" (Vesuvius the great exterminator) Diary of the Eruption of April 1906
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Authors:
- Serao, Matilde
1856 - 1927
About this book
In the early 20th century, the eruption of Mount Vesuvius unleashed a wave of destruction that would forever alter the landscape and lives of those in its path. In "Sterminator Vesevo" (Vesuvius the Great Exterminator), Matilde Serao captures the harrowing reality of this natural disaster through a deeply personal diary format. Her vivid accounts reveal the unrelenting force of nature and the resilience of the human spirit amidst chaos. With a focus on the emotional toll and physical devastation, this document serves as a testament to survival and loss. Ideal for historians and civic activists, Serao's work offers a unique perspective on disaster response and community resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.
