Preservation of an ancient author required positive effort over a long period.

There were various attempts by ancient authors to make sense of the words.

Even among ancient authors the same paradox was to be found.

Two distinct historical events are said by ancient authors to have led to the name.

The history of the city is largely unknown because it was not mentioned by any ancient author.

These Ancient authors describe the building's appearance and gave dimensions.

A few, but not all, ancient authors agreed with Strabo.

As with most ancient authors, not much information remains regarding Melissus' life.

In style and method his work somewhat resembles that of the ancient Greek author.

Chapters 75-175 and 176-178 likewise are derived from ancient authors.