Giovanni Boccaccio was an Italian writer, poet and important representative of early Renaissance humanism. His main work, the Decamerone, comprising one hundred novellas, portrays the multifaceted society of the 14th century and makes him the founder of the prose narrative tradition in Europe.
The narrative explores the life of Dante, a renowned poet, delving into his experiences and the profound influence of his literary contributions. It examines the historical context of his work, highlighting the themes and ideas that shaped his poetry and his enduring legacy in literature. The book offers insights into Dante's personal journey, illustrating how his life events intertwined with his creative expression.
Bawdy and moving, hilarious and reflective - these stories offer the very best of Boccaccio's Decameron in a brilliant, playful new translation. This hugely enjoyable volume collects the best stories of Boccaccio's masterwork in a fresh, accessible new translation by Peter Hainsworth. It includes such celebrated, thought-provoking tales as 'Isabella and the Pot of Basil' (famously adapted by Keats) and 'Patient Griselda' alongside many boisterous and daring stories featuring faithless wives, philandering priests and curious nuns
This small volume contains ten tales of love and laughter, translated by G.H. McWilliam. Boccaccio's Decameron is a monumental work of mediaeval pre-Renaissance literature. When ten young Florentines take refuge outside their plague-ridden city, they entertain themselves by telling each other stories. This selection contains one tale from each day and is a perfect demonstration of why it has been called the 'human comedy', in contrast to Dante's Divine Comedy. Bawdy, outrageous, sometimes tragic or wise, these stories offer a tremendously entertaining view of society, religion and, above all, human nature.
A group of young people flee to the countryside from plague-ridden Florence and pass the time in their retreat by telling tales of romance. This selection from Boccaccio's landmark of medieval literature features 25 stories from the original 100, all teeming with colorful characters and worldly wisdom. J. M. Rigg translation.
Naughty, bawdy and newly repackaged, this medieval masterpiece is set against the background of the Black Death of 1348. The hundred linked tales in Boccaccio's masterpiece are peopled by nobles, knights, nuns, pilgrims, thieves and lovers - both faithful and faithless.
Bawdy tales of pimps, cuckolds, lovers and clever women from the fourteenth-century Florentine masterpiece The Decameron.
Set against the backdrop of plague-stricken Florence, a group of ten young individuals seeks solace in a countryside villa, where storytelling becomes their refuge. The Decameron unfolds as a rich tapestry of one hundred tales that explore themes of love, cunning, and fortune. Boccaccio intricately weaves together narratives that reflect the complexities of human nature, balancing tragedy with comedy and morality with satire, ultimately creating a vivid portrayal of humanity's diverse passions and morals.
Set against the backdrop of the Black Death, a group of ten young people seeks refuge in a villa near Florence. Over ten nights, they share 100 novellas that explore themes of love, ranging from erotic to tragic. The stories also incorporate wit, practical jokes, and valuable life lessons, creating a rich tapestry of human experience. This collection not only entertains but also reflects the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.