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Alexandria: The Library

Natalie Haynes Stands Up for the Classics

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This chapter delves into the historical significance of the Great Library of Alexandria, examining its role as a cultural and intellectual hub. It also highlights the vision of Alexander the Great and the Ptolemies, alongside the crucial connection between the library and the papyrus plant essential for recording knowledge.

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