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.
Much more than a mere compilation of pagan myths, Boccaccio's Genealogy of the Pagan Gods incorporates hundreds of excerpts from and comments on ancient poetry. It is both the most ambitious work of literary scholarship of the early Renaissance and a demonstration to contemporaries of the moral and cultural value of studying ancient poetry.
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Culturally significant, this work preserves the integrity of the original artifact, showcasing its historical value. It includes original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its journey through important libraries globally. The reproduction aims to maintain authenticity, providing readers with a genuine glimpse into the past and contributing to the broader knowledge base of civilization.
The goal of Boccaccio's Genealogy of the Pagan Gods is to plunder ancient and medieval literary sources to create a massive synthesis of Greek and Roman mythology. This is volume 1 of a three-volume set of Boccaccio's complete 15-book work. It contains a famous defense of the value of studying ancient pagan poetry in a Christian world.
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Set in a pastoral retreat, a group of young individuals gathers to share love stories and pose questions about romance, guided by "The Queen of Love." Each chapter reveals unique narratives and insights into love, with the final authority resting on the chosen queen's interpretations. This translation captures Boccaccio's exploration of love's complexities, emphasizing personal perspectives and the subjective nature of desire and relationships.
"Originally published 1965 by Frederick Ungar Publishing Co., Inc." -- Verso title page.
Life of Dante brings together the earliest accounts of Dante available, putting the celebratory essay of literary genius Giovanni Boccaccio together with the historical analysis of leading humanist Leonardo Bruni. Their writings, along with the other sources included in this volume, provide a wealth of insight and information into Dante's unique character and life, from his susceptibility to the torments of passionate love, his involvement in politics, scholastic enthusiasms and military experience, to the stories behind the greatest heights of his poetic achievements. Not only are these accounts invaluable for their subject matter, they are also seminal examples of early biographical writing. Also included in this volume is a biography of Boccaccio, perhaps as great an influence on world literature as Dante himself.