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There was a fierce rivalry between the Library of Alexandria and the [[What was the Library at Pergagmum|Library of Pergamum]]. At one point, Alexandria stopped exporting papyrus to slow down its competitor. However, Pergamum started making books using animal hides. Also, scholars were discouraged from leaving Alexandria to go to Pergamum, and one of Alexandria's [[Who was in charge of the Library of Alexandria|Directors]], [[Who was Aristophanes of Byzantium|Aristophanes of Byzantium]] was thrown in prison to prevent him from going to Pergamum. Eventually this ended when Mark Antony donated the Pergameme Library to Cleopatra, then ruler of Egypt.
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What are the names of some of the libraries in the school district of Philadelphia?
There are a total of 55 libraries in the school district of Philadelphia. These include the Free Library of Philadelphia, one of the largest public library systems in the world. Other libraries are the Andorra Branch Library, the Blanche A Nixon Library and the Bushrod Library.
Why do we have more information about the medieval period than the ancient period?
The oral histories of the ancient world did not survive. The Royal Library of Alexandria, which had the largest collection of books and writings of the ancient world had been destroyed by 28 BC. Two other libraries, probably public libraries survived--Serapeum and Cesarion temples until later.
What was the name of Cleopatras favourite library?
CleopatraCleopatra, one of the Ptolemies, loved to go and study in the Alexandrian Library. Cleopatra and her brother Ptolemy, had been at war in order to get the crown of Egypt. Julius Caesar heard of the war and ended up getting involved in it helping Cleopatra. Caesar and Cleopatra grew fond of each other and visited the library together almost everyday (Hornblow 50). The people who were on Ptolemy's side of the war ended up destroying most of Alexandria with fire, including the library. Rome's forces joined Cleopatra's troops and helped to stop Ptolemy and his people. Caesar made the people reconstruct whatever was lost, but years of priceless information about Egypt and ancient history went up in flames. The entire library, however, was not destroyed.After Caesar's assassination, Cleopatra met Mark Antony and fell in love with him. They got married. As a gift to Cleopatra, Antony gave her the library of Pergamum, which was a city not far from Alexandria. Weigall (341) notes that it contained 200,000 roles, not nearly as much as the library of Alexandria had been, but it was still a gift that she loved.The DestructionIn 272 CE, what remained of the Alexandrian Library was broken apart even more, yet still not completely destroyed, when Lucius Domitius Aurelian, a Roman emperor who ruled from 270-275 CE, burned the Royal Quarter. Finally, in 640 CE, Alexandria was captured by the Arabs. The library was completely destroyed, after having survived for so long.ImportanceThe Alexandrian Library played a very important role in history. It contained more information than any other library. It supplied knowledge for the thoughts and studies of Greek and Egyptian life. The information on math, astronomy, mechanics, and medicine helped other people to learn more about these things and expand on the ideas. This library probably contributed to the libraries of today. Its destruction was a great loss. It was one of the greatest libraries ever made.
Are all libraries non-profit?
No. There are a lot of for-profit libraries. Most for-profit libraries are corporate libraries, while non-profit libraries tend to be public libraries. Many libraries charge other libraries for the use of their resources - particularly if they have rare or subject specific items. This charge varies from library to library, however it is often very expensive for public libraries and they typically lose money in providing this service.
Systems used in classifying books in library?
The classification used depends on the type of library. In most cases:Public libraries, school libraries, and other smaller libraries use the dewey decimal system.University and research libraries use the library of congress classification system.Most libraries use a combination of the Dewey Decimal classification system with computer support.
What is the use of libraries in C?
A C library is no different form any other programming language's software libraries. They help programmers share segments of code.
Where was Archimedes educated?
Archimedes obtained his education at Alexandria, Egypt's library with other Greek scientists and mathematicians.
What is library in Photoshop?
Photoshop does not have library as InDesign for example, answer can be nothing, library is nothing in Photoshop. Other programs have libraries where you can put shapes for example to re use them. In Photoshop you can say brush library or swatches, colors library.
How do you by a book at a library?
Libraries don't typically sell books that are currently in the collection, but many public libraries will have periodic sales of books that have been weeded from the collection. Other types of libraries, such as academic libraries, rarely (if ever) sell weeded items.
What has the author Barbara Evans Markuson written?
Barbara Evans Markuson has written: 'Factors affecting the adaptation of academic and other libraries to on-line networks' -- subject(s): Libraries, Library information networks, Library surveys, Ohio College Library Center, Online data processing 'Analysis of requirements of on-line network cataloging services for small academic, public, school, and other libraries' -- subject(s): Automation, Cooperative Cataloging, Library information networks, OCLC 'The Indiana Cooperative Library Services Authority' -- subject(s): Library cooperation, Library information networks
In what state is the Pasadena library located?
There are two Pasadena libraries. One is the Pasadena Public Library which is located in Pasadena, Texas. The other Pasadena Public Library is located in Pasadena California.
What are 2 monuments in Alexandria Egypt?
there are many monuments in Alexandria where dating back to the greek romain periods like catacombs of kom el shukaffa & pompeys pillar (the serapium) the library of Alexandria the romain theater & other places
