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The Library of Alexandria’s mythos further complicates its true historical narrative. By the time later religious factions like Christians and Muslims gained prominence, what remained of the library – particularly the Serapeum library – was a mere shadow of its former self. The destruction of the Serapeum in 391 AD does not necessarily equate to the obliteration of the famed Library of Alexandria; accounts from that time seldom mention any significant collection of texts being destroyed.
Assessing the Impact of the Library's Decline
There are three essential points to consider regarding the legacy of the Library of Alexandria's supposed destruction: