Steven Tuck

Dr. Steven Tuck is a professor and head of classics at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, known for his extensive research on Pompeii and its residents. He has dedicated over a decade to the Pompeii Survivors Project, uncovering the stories of those who escaped the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, which culminated in his 2025 book, 'Escape From Pompeii: The Great Eruption of Mount Vesuvius and its Survivors.' His findings challenge the traditional narrative of universal death in Pompeii, revealing a tale of survival and resilience among its inhabitants.