The Mechanics of Canon Formation and the Transmission of Knowledge from Graeco-Roman Antiquity KU Leuven
In literature, the notion of a canonical text or author holds profound significance, conferring prestige and authority upon certain works. Yet, canons are not fixed entities, but rather subject to perpetual evolution. The enigmatic forces shaping these canons and their influence remain elusive. In this context, the MSCA-funded MECANO project seeks to shed light on the mechanics of canon formation and knowledge transmission in ancient Greek ...