[Footnote 25: Even in the field, the chagan delighted in the
use of these aromatics. He solicited, as a gift, and
received. Theophylact, l. vii. c. 13. The Europeans of the
ruder ages consumed more spices in their meat and drink than
is compatible with the delicacy of a modern palate. Vie
Privee des Francois, tom. ii. p. 162, 163.]