The Library of Alexandria: Centre of Learning in the Ancient World

by Roy MacLeod The Library of Alexandria Reviews Summary

Ratings Breakdown

Rated 4.5 by 31 people

Pros from Reviews

  • Excellent read
  • Fascinating
  • Varied approach
  • Learned and scholarly
  • Accessible to non-specialists
  • Great age of learning
  • Joy to read
  • Different essay style chapters

Cons from Reviews

  • Tangentially related articles
  • Not enough focus on the library
  • More catered for young readers
  • Could have been more interesting
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