The Last Days of Pompeii Comics

The Last Days of Pompeii presents Edward Bulwer-Lytton’s compelling fictional narrative of the events preceding Mount Vesuvius’s catastrophic eruption. Adapted by Classics Illustrated into vivid comic strip format, this edition offers an accessible entry point for younger audiences while preserving the story’s dramatic intensity. Complementary materials—including a detailed biography of Bulwer-Lytton, thematic analyses, and study questions—enhance comprehension and provide valuable resources for both classroom and home study, encouraging deeper engagement with this historic literary work.