How Much Ancient Knowledge Did We Lose in the Library of Alexandria?

For two thousand years the Library of Alexandria has stood in for everything humanity has ever lost. It's near the top of every list of history's great tragedies.Ask what was actually in it, though, and the answers get vague fast. Scrolls, obviously. How many? Which ones? Gone how, and gone when?Historians have been arguing about it for longer than the library was open. Today, we answer it.────────────────Enjoying the show? Follow Fool's FAQ and drop a 5-star rating & review - it's hands-down the best way to help other curious people find us.Want to support the show? Toss a few bucks in the tip jar → Buy me a coffee ☕️Hunter's Socials: X | LetterboxdSponsorships, collaborations, or general inquiries → [email protected] Music by The Mysterious Breakmaster Cylinder.Stay curious. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.