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The Library of Alexandria

In this episode, we're exploring the Library of Alexandria and finding out how it became the anci...

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19.00 5 May 2024


The Library of Alexandria



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19.00 5 May 2024


In this episode, we're exploring the Library of Alexandria and finding out how it became the ancient world's greatest repository of knowledge. Joining Patrick Geoghegan is Willeke Wendrich, Research Professor of Egyptian Archaeology and Digital Humanities, UCLA; Prof Islam Issa, Professor of Literature and History at Birmingham City University; and Dr Cynthia Johnston, Senior Lecturer in History of the Book at the School of Advanced Study at the University of London.


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