Ptolemy of Egypt

by Walter M. Ellis

Book Overview

Ptolemy was the creator of the longest lasting of the Hellenistic kingdoms. He created a state whose cultural importance was unparalleled until the coming of Rome. He encouraged the erection of the Pharos Lighthouse, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, as well as creating a library which eventually contained the greatest collection of books until relatively recent times. Ptolemy's institution of higher learning, the Museum, gave birth...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415588987
• ISBN13: 9780415588980
• Release Date: April 2010
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"