HoP 318 - Oliver Primavesi on Greek Manuscripts

Oliver Primavesi discusses his work on editing ancient philosophical works using Greek manuscripts. He explores the vulnerability of parchment and paper, the significance of ink colors, and the role of digitalization. The chapter also examines the mistakes made by scribes and how they are used to establish accurate readings. The process of establishing relationships between Greek manuscripts and the limitations of transliteration are discussed. The significance of translations, particularly Arabic translations, in understanding the Greek text is highlighted.