Unlocking Ancient Histories

This chapter explores the speaker's journey in digital imaging of manuscripts, particularly the Beowulf and Herculaneum papyri, highlighting innovative techniques that enhance scholarly access to ancient texts. It discusses the transformative impact of technology on manuscript studies, the challenges encountered in deciphering damaged scrolls, and the historical significance of the sites associated with these works. The narrative interweaves personal reflections with philosophical insights from Epicureanism, emphasizing the relevance of ancient thought to contemporary understandings of happiness and freedom.