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Set during a ten-day period, this 14th-century medieval allegory features ten young individuals who share a total of 100 tales. The narrative unfolds as a frame story, showcasing a variety of themes and human experiences. Boccaccio's clever use of Greek philology is reflected in the title, which translates to "ten-day event." The collection explores love, morality, and society, making it a significant work in literature that highlights the complexities of human nature through engaging storytelling.
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Decameron, Giovanni Boccaccio
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- Released
- 2012
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- Title
- Decameron
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Giovanni Boccaccio
- Publisher
- Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
- Released
- 2012
- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN10
- 0307472175
- ISBN13
- 9780307472175
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- Set during a ten-day period, this 14th-century medieval allegory features ten young individuals who share a total of 100 tales. The narrative unfolds as a frame story, showcasing a variety of themes and human experiences. Boccaccio's clever use of Greek philology is reflected in the title, which translates to "ten-day event." The collection explores love, morality, and society, making it a significant work in literature that highlights the complexities of human nature through engaging storytelling.