Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: everything you wanted to know
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The Temple of Artemis: Destruction, Rebuilding, and the Concept of Fame
This chapter explores the history of the Temple of Artemis, including its destruction by an arsonist and subsequent rebuilding. It also discusses the story of Herastratus and the concept of becoming famous for being infamous. The chapter concludes with a discussion on a potential eighth ancient wonder and the speaker's desire to travel back in time to witness the peak of ancient wonders.
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