Cultural depictions of Hypatia

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Hypatia of Alexandria was a renowned mathematician, astronomer, and philosopher who lived during the late 4th and early 5th centuries CE. She is often celebrated as one of the first female scientists in history and a symbol of intellectual pursuit in a time of cultural and religious upheaval. Her life and legacy have inspired various cultural depictions in literature, art, film, and other media.

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