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Discover the culinary landscape of ancient Greece and Rome with this comprehensive A-to-Z reference by leading food historian Andrew Dalby. This engaging guide explores individual foodstuffs from catfish and gazelle to peaches and parsley, alongside utensils, ancient writers on food, and related concepts drawn from classical literature, history and archaeology. Entries range from brief definitions to detailed multi-page explorations, combining scholarly insight with accessible writing. Whether you're researching ancient diets, studying classical civilisation, or simply curious about how people ate thousands of years ago, this Routledge volume bridges academic rigour and approachable narrative. Perfect for students, classicists, food historians and anyone interested in understanding how food shaped the ancient world and remains central to human culture.

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Comprehensive A-to-Z entries covering foodstuffs, utensils, ancient writers and food-related concepts from Greek and Roman civilisation.

Written by Andrew Dalby, a leading authority on ancient food history with extensive knowledge of classical sources.

Entries vary from concise definitions to detailed two-page discussions, providing flexible depth for different research needs.

Draws on classical literature, historical records and archaeological evidence to explain ancient food practices and beliefs.

Combines scholarly accuracy with clear, approachable writing suitable for students, academics and general readers interested in ancient history.

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Release Date
25 October 2013
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