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The Derveni Papyrus

3.6/5 ( ratings)

In 1962, a half-burnt scroll was discovered in an excavated grave in Derveni, Greece. Though nearly discarded as a burnt stick, it was later revealed to be the oldest surviving European manuscript.

But the so-called Derveni papyrus is much more than just old. University of Michigan classicist Richard Janko is convinced that its contents shed valuable light on the often overlooked culture wars of ancient Athens.

We spoke with Richard about the Derveni papyrus in his home in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Language: English

Pages: 40

Format: Kindle Edition

Publisher: Ideas Roadshow

Release: November 10, 2013

The Derveni Papyrus

3.6/5 ( ratings)

In 1962, a half-burnt scroll was discovered in an excavated grave in Derveni, Greece. Though nearly discarded as a burnt stick, it was later revealed to be the oldest surviving European manuscript.

But the so-called Derveni papyrus is much more than just old. University of Michigan classicist Richard Janko is convinced that its contents shed valuable light on the often overlooked culture wars of ancient Athens.

We spoke with Richard about the Derveni papyrus in his home in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Language: English

Pages: 40

Format: Kindle Edition

Publisher: Ideas Roadshow

Release: November 10, 2013

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