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Fragmented reminiscences of classical memory and scholars
The text recalls a reader of Virgil who could repeat the Aeneid from start to finish with citations, and discusses seventeenth century scholars like Magliabechi and Marco Maglisbeachi Nogisbechi. It notes tests of memorization, references to Terence, and mentions early modern books and notable memory feats along with remarks on naming practices and biographical anecdotes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virgil
Tilia Sebour
Antonio da Marco
Maglisbeahi
Nogisbechi
Bas Gebreci
Maginbechs
Firence
Flowrerer
Axx Fee Mogny Tilt Wallis Oeerite
Newt
Torriceli
Artiiemetier
Nemore
Pliny
Cyrus the Great
Clery
Napie
Bop