Publisher's Synopsis
The Vestal: Or A Tale Of Pompeii is a historical fiction novel written by Thomas Gray and published in 1830. The story is set in Pompeii, a city in ancient Rome, and follows the life of Julia, a young woman who is chosen to become a Vestal Virgin, a priestess of the goddess Vesta. Julia is torn between her duties as a Vestal and her love for Glaucus, a handsome young man who is not of her station.As the story progresses, the city of Pompeii is threatened by natural disasters and political turmoil. Julia must navigate these challenges while trying to maintain her position as a Vestal and keep her love for Glaucus a secret. The novel also explores themes of love, duty, and the clash between tradition and personal desire.The Vestal: Or A Tale Of Pompeii is a well-researched and vividly written novel that provides a glimpse into the daily life and customs of ancient Rome. It is a captivating story that will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction, romance, and tales of adventure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
