INTERTEXTUALITY AND CULTURAL MEMORY: PHILOLOGICAL APPROACHES TO CLASSICAL LITERATURE

Abstract

This article delves into the intricate relationship between intertextuality and cultural memory in classical literature, employing philological methodologies. Intertextuality, the interconnectedness of literary texts through references and allusions, extends the meaning of individual works by weaving a complex network of associations. Cultural memory encompasses a society's collective remembrance of its history, values, and traditions, often transmitted through literature. By examining how classical texts reference and reinterpret earlier works, this study investigates the role of intertextuality in preserving and transmitting cultural memory. Through a comprehensive literature review and the application of philological techniques, this article aims to enhance our understanding of the dynamic interplay between intertextuality, cultural memory, and classical literature.