The Decameron V1 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162692364)

The Decameron V1 is a literary classic written by the Italian author, Giovanni Boccaccio. The book is a collection of one hundred novellas, or short stories, that are told by ten young people who are seeking refuge from the Black Death in Florence during the 14th century. The stories are divided into ten days, with each day featuring a different theme, such as love, fortune, or wit. The tales are often humorous, bawdy, or satirical, and cover a wide range of topics, from love affairs and moral dilemmas to political satire and religious hypocrisy.Boccaccio's writing style is known for its vivid descriptions and realistic characters, which make the stories come to life. The Decameron V1 is a masterpiece of Italian literature and has been translated into many languages, influencing countless writers and artists throughout history. This edition of the book includes an introduction by the translator, J.M. Rigg, as well as footnotes and annotations to help readers understand the historical context and cultural references of the stories. It is a must-read for anyone interested in classic literature, medieval history, or Italian culture.This multi-part version of the Decameron was translated by J.M. Rigg. You can never have too much Boccaccio.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Giovanni Boccaccio
ISBN-10: 1162692367
ISBN-13: 9781162692364
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 266
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.02lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.56d