| Author |
Athenaeus, of Naucratis |
| Translator |
Yonge, Charles Duke, 1812-1891 |
| Title |
The Deipnosophists; or, Banquet of the Learned of Athenæus, Vol. 2 (of 3)
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| Credits |
Brian Wilsden, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Deipnosophists; or, Banquet of the Learned of Athenæus, Vol. 2 (of 3)" by Athenæus is a classical collection of philosophical dialogues and discussions centered around dining and the pleasures of food, likely written in the late antiquity period. This volume, as part of a larger work, explores various themes related to gastronomy, the nature of pleasure in relation to food, and provides insight into the cultural practices of dining in ancient Greece. The text likely features a range of characters engaged in lively debates about culinary delights, particularly various types of fish and their preparation. At the start of the volume, a banquet setting is established, where guests engage in discussions about various festivals, the significance of certain types of food, and renowned culinary practices. The characters, including Cynulcus and Ulpian, share anecdotes and quotes from famous authors, intertwining humor and philosophy as they debate the merits of different dishes. The opening portion highlights the guests' discussions on fish varieties and the importance of these delicacies in their feasting culture, showcasing a blend of gastronomy with literary references. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Greece -- Social life and customs
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| Subject |
Civilization, Greco-Roman
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| Subject |
Dinners and dining -- Greece
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| Subject |
Homosexuality -- Greece
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65023 |
| Release Date |
Apr 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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