About Aristonicus of Tarentum
Aristonicus of Tarentum was a historian and mythographer.
Aristonicus (Latin; Greek Aristonikos) of Tarentum was the author of a work on Greek mythology which ancient sources often refer to. He is perhaps the same as the one mentioned by Athenaeus 1.20, but nothing is known about him.
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Who was Aristonicus of Tarentum?
ancient Greek historian and mythographer
When was Aristonicus of Tarentum born?
Aristonicus of Tarentum was born in Taranto.
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Aristonicus of Tarentum was a historian and mythographer.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Aristonicus of Tarentum. https://biography.guide/aristonicus-of-tarentum/
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