"Hypatia, or the History of the most beautiful, kindest, most intelligent, and in all respects a high lady, who was dismembered by the clergy of Alexandria to satisfy the pride, envy, and cruelty of their archbishop, generally but confusedly called" is a philosophical and historical book by the Irish writer John Toland, which considers the life and tragic fate of the outstanding ancient philosopher Hypatia. The author explores the mysterious life of this exceptional woman, her achievements in the field of science, philosophy and politics, as well as the murder, which took place on the orders of influential spiritual representatives. The book allows the reader to immerse himself in the atmosphere of the ancient world, reflecting on the relationship between power and reason, religion and science, freedom and fanaticism. "Hypatia, or the History of the most beautiful..." leaves room for one's own thoughts and reflections on the eternal questions of human civilization.