Hieronymus Longinus Rufus 0 Report post Posted August 24, 2011 (edited) Pompeii, a book review As I write this, it is still August 25, 2011 in the U.S. central time zone, the 1932d anniversary of the 79 AD eruption of Italy Edited August 24, 2011 by Hieronymus Longinus Rufus Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crispina 18 Report post Posted August 25, 2011 I will go to the library tomorrow and see if they have it available. Thank you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crispina 18 Report post Posted August 25, 2011 I was channel surfing tonight and came upon the Spanish speaking channel. There was a program on titled: "Pompeya". Unfortunately it was in Spanish of course and I don't speak Spanish. It reminded me so much of your review of Robert Harris's book, in that I surmised the lead characters, one of whom was named Marcus, were speaking about aqueducts and the eminent eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Hey, the sets and costumes were pretty good (red cloaks on the soldiers, tho -ha I learned about that just recently here on UNRV). Anyway, I watched the entire 30min. and it appears to be a weekly series. So I afterwards I go online to find out about this Spanish made series and find this instead: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0958865/ Is this really going into production for 2012? Will it be here in the USA? When did the Spanish version come out? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crispina 18 Report post Posted August 25, 2011 I was channel surfing tonight and came upon the Spanish speaking channel. There was a program on titled: "Pompeya". Unfortunately it was in Spanish of course and I don't speak Spanish. It reminded me so much of your review of Robert Harris's book, in that I surmised the lead characters, one of whom was named Marcus, were speaking about aqueducts and the eminent eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Hey, the sets and costumes were pretty good (red cloaks on the soldiers, tho -ha I learned about that just recently here on UNRV). Anyway, I watched the entire 30min. and it appears to be a weekly series. So I afterwards I go online to find out about this Spanish made series and find this instead: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0958865/ Is this really going into production for 2012? Will it be here in the USA? When did the Spanish version come out? Oh, here's info about the Spanish production. Came out in 2009. http://en.todoroms.com/pompeya-miniserie-hdtv-castellano-drama-historico Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viggen 95 Report post Posted August 25, 2011 ...thanks Hieronymus for the review! we did a while back one too http://www.unrv.com/book-review/pompeii.php did you read conspirata? We dont have a review of it as of yet... cheers viggen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hieronymus Longinus Rufus 0 Report post Posted August 25, 2011 ...thanks Hieronymus for the review! we did a while back one too http://www.unrv.com/book-review/pompeii.php did you read conspirata? We dont have a review of it as of yet... cheers viggen I have read "Conspirata." If you like I wil review it. Probably for next week. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DecimusCaesar 1 Report post Posted August 25, 2011 I read Harris's novel many years ago. I found it rich in historical detail, and I enjoyed it - even if the story felt flat at times. This book was also supposed to be turned into a movie a few years back by Roman Polanski. Its disappeared off the radar since then. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GhostOfClayton 25 Report post Posted August 25, 2011 I read Harris's novel many years ago. I found it rich in historical detail, and I enjoyed it - even if the story felt flat at times. This book was also supposed to be turned into a movie a few years back by Roman Polanski. Its disappeared off the radar since then. Yes, I noticed it on IMDB not long after reading it. It's the sort of novel that would make for an excellent film. Shame the plans faded out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hieronymus Longinus Rufus 0 Report post Posted August 25, 2011 I read Harris's novel many years ago. I found it rich in historical detail, and I enjoyed it - even if the story felt flat at times. This book was also supposed to be turned into a movie a few years back by Roman Polanski. Its disappeared off the radar since then. Yes, I noticed it on IMDB not long after reading it. It's the sort of novel that would make for an excellent film. Shame the plans faded out. Well the good news is that Harris is still friendly with Polanski and they are collaborating on another script. Also, since the film of Pompeii was scrapped because of the actors strike, it may be possible to resurrect it, much like the city itself. Hopefully with Johnny Depp instead of Orlando Bloom Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crispina 18 Report post Posted August 25, 2011 I found the book at the library, I'll be starting it tonight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hieronymus Longinus Rufus 0 Report post Posted August 25, 2011 I found the book at the library, I'll be starting it tonight. Enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viggen 95 Report post Posted August 26, 2011 ...thanks Hieronymus for the review! we did a while back one too http://www.unrv.com/...iew/pompeii.php did you read conspirata? We dont have a review of it as of yet... cheers viggen I have read "Conspirata." If you like I wil review it. Probably for next week. Awesome, thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crispina 18 Report post Posted September 3, 2011 Finished the book yesterday and enjoyed it very much. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites