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Alexandria

Hub of the Hellenistic World

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Exploring the rich cultural tapestry of ancient Alexandria, this volume delves into the identity formation processes shaped by its diverse population, including merchants, scholars, and religious figures from various backgrounds. With contributions from twenty-six experts across multiple disciplines, it examines how Hellenistic, Egyptian, Jewish, and early Christian identities emerged and interacted in this vibrant metropolis. The collection highlights the complexity of Alexandria's urban life through a variety of literary and archaeological lenses, offering a comprehensive understanding of its historical significance.

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Alexandria, Daniel Herrmann

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Rok vydania
2021
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Titul
Alexandria
Podtitul
Hub of the Hellenistic World
Jazyk
anglicky
Vydavateľ
Mohr Siebeck
Rok vydania
2021
Väzba
pevná
Počet strán
621
ISBN13
9783161598920
Série
Anotácia
Exploring the rich cultural tapestry of ancient Alexandria, this volume delves into the identity formation processes shaped by its diverse population, including merchants, scholars, and religious figures from various backgrounds. With contributions from twenty-six experts across multiple disciplines, it examines how Hellenistic, Egyptian, Jewish, and early Christian identities emerged and interacted in this vibrant metropolis. The collection highlights the complexity of Alexandria's urban life through a variety of literary and archaeological lenses, offering a comprehensive understanding of its historical significance.