Pompeii, Past and Present, Illustrated by Photographs of the Ruins as They Are: With Sketches of Their Original Elevations is a book written by Eustace Neville Rolfe in 1884. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, which was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The author provides a detailed account of the history, culture, and daily life of the people who lived in Pompeii, as well as the events leading up to the eruption. The book is illustrated with photographs of the ruins of Pompeii as they existed at the time of writing, providing a vivid visual representation of the city's ancient architecture, streets, and public spaces. Additionally, the book includes sketches of the original elevations of Pompeii's buildings, allowing readers to visualize the city as it once stood. Overall, Pompeii, Past and Present is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and archaeology of ancient Rome, as well as those seeking to understand the impact of natural disasters on human civilization.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.