Description
'The Deipnosophists' by Athenaeus is a three-volume work that explores banquets and feasts of the learned in ancient Athens. The book covers a wide range of topics related to food, including fish, aquatic animals, and various dishes prepared by learned cooks. It provides detailed descriptions of different types of fish, culinary preferences of historical figures, and references to ancient Greek poets and philosophers who celebrated dining. The text offers a mix of serious gastronomic discussions and light-hearted anecdotes, showcasing the cultural significance of food in ancient Greek society.
Details
Publisher - HardPress Limited
Language - English
Perfect Bound
Contributors
By author
Athenaeus, of Naucratis
Published Date - 2013-01-28
ISBN - 9781314611090
Dimensions - 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.4 cm
Page Count - 422
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