Excerpt from Le Biblioteche nell'Antichità dai Tempi Piú Remoti, Alla Fine dell'Impero Romano d'Occidente: Ricerche Storiche
(2) Non ho potuto vedere l'opera di Géraud, Le livre dans Z'antiquite', particulierèment chez les Romains, Paris, 1840, un capitolo della quale pare che tratti delle biblioteche.vm chè delle biblioteche antiche V' è appena un cenno; il Lomejer e il Liirsen introducono spesso materie in congruenti, onde un'erudizione fuori di proposito, mentre che, ignorando...
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the establishment, contents and influence of ancient libraries. The author uncovers the evolution of libraries from their humble beginnings in the palaces of Assyrian kings to the grand and influential institutions of Alexandria. Beyond mere repositories of knowledge, ancient libraries were cultural powerhouses that fostered intellectual exchange, shaped literature and learning, and preserved irreplaceable works for posterity. This book explores the intricacies of library organisation, the challenges of preserving ancient texts, and the passionate individuals who dedicated their lives to the pursuit of knowledge within these hallowed halls. Through meticulous research and engaging prose, the author illuminates the dynamic relationship between ancient libraries and their profound impact on the progression of human knowledge. This book is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the roots of our literary and intellectual traditions and the enduring legacy of ancient libraries. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259296423_0
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