I found this video very interesting, because it gives some insight in to the inner lives of those living in the Bay of Naples in the waning months of 79 AD.
A Video on the Preservation of Wood at Herculaneum
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Wow! Even items from the Villa of the Papyri! Thanks for sharing.
PS. And, oh, the cradle! That is heartbreaking.
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Great video Joshua!
You know, what always impressed me about the preserved organic stuff in Herculaneum and Pompeii was the sectioned loaves of bread. They almost look like you can lay down a few coins and get your birthday cake shaped section of bread and continue down the street.
Unfortunately, they're all really stale.
The form and recipe still exists. Here is a yummy reconstruction:
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Max Miller has some great Greek and Roman recipes and history on his channel.