Alexandria, Real and Imagined
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Author | : Anthony Hirst |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 438 |
Release | : 2004 |
ISBN-10 | : STANFORD:36105114167617 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 (17 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Alexandria, Real and Imagined by : Anthony Hirst
Book excerpt: The contributors to this study examine the impact the Greeks had on Egyptian culture and society in the aftermath of the founding of Alexandria. The consequences of Greek influence were enormous. Trade and commerce flourished and art and science were served by the famous library.