Dossier
Fabio Acerbi
133-213
Abstract
This article contains a fairly complete survey of Byzantine recensions of Greek mathematical and astronomical
texts, along with an outline of their main stylistic features. Lists of such recensions are provided
and discussed, keyed on two different parameters: the manuscript containing the revision and the revised
work. Byzantine scholars likely or certainly to be associated with any of the recensions are briefly introduced.
A final appendix offers a full analysis of the way a specific theorem was modified by a number
of revisers. The article also includes extensive discussions of the two main mathematical encyclopaedias
assembled during the Palaiologan period.
Keywords: Greek Science, Byzantine Recensions, Mathematics, Astronomy, Manuscripts