Hypatia
A Beginner's Guide to the life and legacy of Hypatia of Alexandria, philosopher, astronomer, and mathematician of the ancient world and her enduring status as a symbol of reason.By Alex Omberg
Length1h 10m
About this audiobook
For centuries, the name Hypatia of Alexandria has conjured an image of radiant intellect—a martyr for science, a feminist icon, and a beacon of reason murdered by a fanatical mob in a world descending into darkness. But who was the real woman behind this powerful and persistent myth?
HYPATIA: A Beginner's Guide embarks on a historical investigation to uncover the true story of this extraordinary figure from late antiquity. Moving beyond the popular legend, this book peels back the layers of accumulated myth to reveal a life far more nuanced and deeply intertwined with the volatile world of the late Roman Empire.
This guide separates the complex historical figure from the enduring symbol, offering a clear, accessible, and historically grounded account of one of antiquity’s most remarkable women.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★★ 5.0 (1)
GenreBiography and Memoir, Philosophy
Length1 hr 10 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 19, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Title Page
7The Architecture of Reality
2The Woman and the Myth
8Keeper of the Canon
3The Crucible on the Nile
9Two Kings in One City
4When the Gods Went to War
10Death in the Cathedral
5Forged in Her Father's School
11A Symbol for Every Age
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6The Woman in the Philosopher’s Cloak
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