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Biblical Libraries

- A Sketch Of Library History From 3400 B.C. To A.D. 150 (1914)

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Biblical Libraries: A Sketch Of Library History From 3400 B.C. To A.D. 150 is a book written by Ernest Cushing Richardson and published in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of libraries from ancient times to the early Christian era. It covers the development of libraries in various regions of the world, including Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, and Palestine.The author begins by discussing the earliest known libraries, dating back to 3400 B.C. in Sumeria, and traces the evolution of library systems through the centuries. He examines the role of libraries in different cultures, from the religious libraries of ancient Egypt to the public libraries of Greece and Rome. The book also explores the impact of the invention of the printing press on the development of libraries in Europe.Throughout the book, Richardson draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological discoveries, and historical accounts. He provides detailed descriptions of the organization and contents of various libraries, as well as the social and political contexts in which they existed.Biblical Libraries: A Sketch Of Library History From 3400 B.C. To A.D. 150 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of libraries and the role they have played in the development of human civilization. It is written in an accessible style and is suitable for both scholars and general readers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781436561976
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 324
  • Udgivet:
  • 2. juni 2008
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x22 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 644 g.
  • BLACK NOVEMBER
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 20. november 2024

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Biblical Libraries: A Sketch Of Library History From 3400 B.C. To A.D. 150 is a book written by Ernest Cushing Richardson and published in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of libraries from ancient times to the early Christian era. It covers the development of libraries in various regions of the world, including Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, and Palestine.The author begins by discussing the earliest known libraries, dating back to 3400 B.C. in Sumeria, and traces the evolution of library systems through the centuries. He examines the role of libraries in different cultures, from the religious libraries of ancient Egypt to the public libraries of Greece and Rome. The book also explores the impact of the invention of the printing press on the development of libraries in Europe.Throughout the book, Richardson draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological discoveries, and historical accounts. He provides detailed descriptions of the organization and contents of various libraries, as well as the social and political contexts in which they existed.Biblical Libraries: A Sketch Of Library History From 3400 B.C. To A.D. 150 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of libraries and the role they have played in the development of human civilization. It is written in an accessible style and is suitable for both scholars and general readers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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