About Pompeii

I've always thought of Pompeii as a very advanced city inside the Roman Empire. Well..honestly I do not know about any other Italy cities during the Roman Empire. I would definitely like to learn more about their civilization.
What amazes me is that even after the enormous eruption of Mount Versuvius, so many remainings of the city is still here.
I read about some of it in both the Oxford Book and the Art History book...but sadly there wasn't enough information for me to know more about how they lived...

Personally I think the amphitheatre of Pompeii is the most impressive.




This is obviously a demostration showing the advanced system and magnificence of the Ancient Roman Empire. The structure is amazingly symmetrical and is obviously very stable since it survived the eruption. The Romans back then must be very much proud of their civilization. From this I can also see the innovation and creativity within the architects back then...I would've never thought of putting two theatres together to make a colosseum.
Furthermore, I can sense how much the Romans liked entertainment. That must be where the gladiators fought lions. Cruel...but exhilrating somehow. The watchers must had some enjoyment.

I have seen this picture in my Oxford book when it mentioned Pompeii:



The book said the couples was the "baker and his wife" but when I searched it up the data said their identity is disputable.....?

Again, very impressive style with some interest in casting some shadows to create three dimensional space, especially considering that this was a wall painting.
Although I am not very touched on the emotional side of this painting. I wish they could've had some more expression to make connection with the viewer..but maybe it is just my opinion because I like to seek sympathy with the piece of art. However, it is a good job for a contemporary piece in the Ancient Roman Time. The Greeks would've done it better....I think.....

Anyway, I think Pompeii is a very interesting subject for me to discuss about, despite my lack of knowledge about it. I may watch a movie about it someday, especially about the last day of it. (Sorry I like looking at the despair of the people and the atmosphere before the volcano is about to erupt...it is ART)

PS. Versuvius is a great name....I wonder why would people use this name on a volcano...