Libraries in the ancient world

This book is considered the first study concerned with libraries in the ancient world, and it was distinguished — in addition to its sound methodology — by its comprehensive nature and integrated perspective. This unique work sheds light on libraries from their first appearance in the ancient Near East; during the period extending from the third millennium BC to the beginnings of the Byzantine era in the fourth and fifth centuries. Many matters remain obscure, such as the contents of those ancient libraries, the intended readers, as well as the methods of acquiring and bringing books, and issues related to cataloging and classification, among other things. When examined from its various aspects, the matter leads to uncertainty about the results obtained, which necessitates further serious study. Author: Lionel Casson Pages: 212 Published by Jadal