Manetho

Manetho's 'Aegyptiaca' is a foundational work in understanding ancient Egyptian history, particularly through its division of rulers into dynasties.

Although the original text has not survived, fragments preserved by other historians like Josephus and Eusebius remain crucial for scholars studying Egyptian chronology.

Manetho's work aimed to correct errors in Greek histories, such as those by Herodotus, and to introduce Egyptian history and culture to the Mediterranean world.