The city of Pompeii and its neighboring towns continue their daily routines, unaware they are on the verge of disaster, facing two threats: a volcanic eruption and a water shortage crisis. A young engineer in charge of the Aqua Augusta canal senses these dangers and is truly fearful. Despite limited time and opportunities, he strives to save whatever he can. He assembles a team that often mocks his concerns, not believing such events could occur. The narrative vividly captures people's actions and reactions to disasters and their struggle for survival, with spontaneity, as a masterful pen documents them as they are onto paper. This novel is a complete snapshot of a life that was anything but ordinary or peaceful.

Publishing house: شركة المطبوعات للتوزيع و النشر

Number of Pages: 368

Year of publication: 2009