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Athenaiou Naukratitou Deipnosophistai, Volume 14 presents a seminal work of classical literature by Athenaeus of Naucratis. More commonly known as ""The Deipnosophists"" or ""The Banquet of the Learned,"" this extensive work is structured as a series of dialogues purportedly recounted at a lavish banquet. Participants, learned men of their time, engage in wide-ranging discussions encompassing literature, philosophy, history, gastronomy, and more, providing invaluable insights into the intellectual and cultural life of the ancient world. This volume offers readers a continued exploration of Athenaeus' encyclopedic compilation, making it an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in classical antiquity. Athenaeus' meticulous documentation and engaging narrative style ensure its enduring appeal, offering a fascinating glimpse into the minds and customs of a bygone era. Preserved across centuries, ""The Deipnosophists"" remains a cornerstone for understanding ancient thought and societal norms. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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