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Those interested should check out Pedar Foss’ study of the Pliny manuscripts: Pliny and the Eruption of Vesuvius (Routledge 2022). Foss debunks the autumn dates in favor of Aug. 24. Also, there is this more recent NYTimes article on the dating game:
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/02/s...
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/02/s...
Vesuvius Erupted, but When Exactly?
www.nytimes.com
October 17, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Those interested should check out Pedar Foss’ study of the Pliny manuscripts: Pliny and the Eruption of Vesuvius (Routledge 2022). Foss debunks the autumn dates in favor of Aug. 24. Also, there is this more recent NYTimes article on the dating game:
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/02/s...
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/02/s...
Congratulations, Sam! Can’t wait to read it!
June 5, 2025 at 5:30 AM
Congratulations, Sam! Can’t wait to read it!