Palaephatus
ancient Greek writer
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Summary
Palaephatus was born on 400 BC[1] in Classical Athens[2]. He died on 360 BC[3]. He worked as a writer[4], historian[5], and mythographer[6]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (428 views/month, #7,271 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Place of birth: Ancient Egypt[8]
- Country of citizenship: Classical Athens[9]
- Notable work: On Unbelievable Things[10], Peculiar history[11], Egyptian theology[12]
- Sex or gender: male[13]
- Commons category: Palaephatus[14]
- Floruit: 400 BC[15]
- Described by source: Yuzhakov Big Encyclopedia[16], Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[17], Pauly–Wissowa[18], Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 4th edition (1885–1890)[19], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[20], Otto's encyclopedia[21], New International Encyclopedia[22]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Ancient Greek[23]
- Commons Creator page: Palaephatus[24]
- Time period: Hellenistic period[25]
- Writing language: Ancient Greek[26]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[27]
Why It Matters
Palaephatus has Wikipedia articles in 12 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[28] He is known by 14 alternative names across languages and contexts.[29]
FAQs
Where was Palaephatus born?
Palaephatus's place of birth was Classical Athens[2].
What did Palaephatus do for work?
Palaephatus worked as a writer[4], historian[5], and mythographer[6].