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Banquet Des Savans, Volume 1, by Athenaeus (Naucratites) and Jean Baptiste Lefebvre de Villebrune, offers a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual and culinary life of the ancient world. Written in French, this volume presents a collection of essays and anecdotes that explore various aspects of Greek culture, philosophy, and gastronomy. Athenaeus's work, originally written in Greek, is celebrated for its rich detail and diverse range of topics. This French translation makes it accessible to a wider audience, inviting readers to immerse themselves in the discussions and debates of ancient scholars and epicures. From philosophical musings to culinary secrets, 'Banquet Des Savans' provides a unique window into the daily lives and intellectual pursuits of the ancient Greeks, showcasing their enduring influence on Western civilization. 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.