I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii AD 79 by Lauren Tarshis

The beast beneath the mountain is restless…

Picture the bustling city of Pompeii. Vendors calling out. Sandals slapping against sun-warmed stone. And beneath it all, the low grumble of Mount Vesuvius, waking up angry the way it always does—before drifting back to sleep.

But this time is different. Young Marcus can feel it. And his father, a man who trusts science over ancient myths, agrees that something is terribly wrong. When Vesuvius explodes into a towering cloud of ash and stone, raining destruction down on the city, will they escape in time?

This bold graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis’s New York Times bestselling I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii, AD 79 brings history roaring to life. With text adapted by Georgia Ball and vivid, action-packed art by Dave Shephard, it’s a discovery waiting to happen for young readers.

Perfect for kids who love the graphic novel format, and a treat for longtime fans of the beloved I Survived chapter book series. Here’s what makes it shine:

• High-action storytelling grounded in real historical events
• Dynamic full-color illustrations on every page
• A nonfiction section in the back, packed with fascinating facts and photos about the real Pompeii

It’s the kind of book that turns reluctant readers into page-turners—and sneaks in a little ancient history along the way.

So on a rainy afternoon here in the cove, when the sea air rolls in off the water, we can’t think of a better adventure to hand a curious young reader. Come browse, linger, and let this one find its way home with you.

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