Monday, December 19, 2011
A Recurring Theme
A library filled with rare books and manuscripts was destroyed in fights between the Egyptian Army and protestors. (Story here). Reminiscent of the destruction of the Library of Alexandria, first during a battle against Roman forces led by Julius Caesar (which was accidental), and the later deliberate burning at the hands of the Muslims.
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