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Author : Giovanni Boccaccio
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2017-03-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1544884397
The Decameron, Volume II by Giovanni Boccaccio
Author : Boccaccio Giovanni
Publisher : Hardpress Publishing
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2016-06-21
Category : History
ISBN : 1318731615
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Author : Giovanni Bocaccio
Publisher : BoD - Books on Demand
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2024-04-15
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9791041996612
"The Decameron" by Giovanni Boccaccio is a collection of 100 tales told by a group of young people sheltering in a villa outside Florence during the Black Death. As the plague ravages the city, ten noble men and women escape to the countryside and entertain themselves by telling stories over a period of ten days. Each day, one member of the group is appointed as the "king" or "queen" of the day, and they choose a theme for the stories to be told. The tales cover a wide range of subjects, including love, trickery, wit, and morality, and they often feature characters from various social classes and backgrounds. Boccaccio's work is celebrated for its vivid storytelling, wit, and humor, as well as its frank and often bawdy depiction of human nature. Through the diverse tales told by the characters, "The Decameron" provides a rich tapestry of medieval Italian life, while also offering timeless insights into the complexities of human behavior and relationships.
Author : Giovanni Boccaccio
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:671742420
Author : Giovanni Boccaccio
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2024-04-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX
Experience the Timeless Tales of 'The Decameron, Volume II' by Giovanni Boccaccio Delve into a world of wit, wisdom, and wonder with 'The Decameron, Volume II' by Giovanni Boccaccio. In this captivating collection of stories, readers are invited to join a group of young men and women as they navigate the challenges and pleasures of life during the Black Death in medieval Italy. Explore the Human Experience through Stories 'The Decameron, Volume II' presents a diverse array of tales that reflect the full spectrum of human emotions and experiences. From love and betrayal to trickery and redemption, Boccaccio's stories offer insights into the complexities of human nature and the enduring power of storytelling. With its vivid characters, intricate plots, and richly detailed settings, 'The Decameron' continues to captivate readers with its timeless themes and universal appeal. Whether you're a fan of romance, comedy, or tragedy, there's something for everyone in this classic collection. Escape to a World of Imagination and Creativity More than just a series of entertaining tales, 'The Decameron, Volume II' invites readers to escape the confines of reality and immerse themselves in a world of imagination and creativity. Through its vivid descriptions and colorful characters, the collection transports readers to distant lands and far-off times, where anything is possible. From the romantic streets of Florence to the exotic landscapes of the East, 'The Decameron' offers readers a glimpse into a world of beauty, passion, and adventure. Whether you're seeking inspiration, entertainment, or simply a moment of escapism, Boccaccio's stories are sure to delight and enchant. Why 'The Decameron, Volume II' Is a Must-Read for Literature Enthusiasts: Timeless Tales: Lose yourself in the captivating stories of 'The Decameron,' where love, laughter, and intrigue abound on every page. Insightful Commentary: Explore the complexities of human nature and the foibles of society through Boccaccio's incisive observations and sharp wit. Immersive Experience: Escape to a world of imagination and creativity as you journey through the pages of 'The Decameron,' where every story is a new adventure waiting to be discovered. Perfect Gift: Share the joy and wonder of 'The Decameron, Volume II' with friends and family by gifting them a copy of the book. It's the perfect choice for anyone who appreciates the beauty of language, the power of storytelling, and the enduring appeal of classic literature.Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of 'The Decameron, Volume II' by Giovanni Boccaccio. Grab your copy today and prepare to be transported to a world of imagination, creativity, and timeless beauty.
Author : Giovanni Bocaccio
Publisher : BoD - Books on Demand
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2024-04-15
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9791041996629
"The Decameron" by Giovanni Boccaccio is a collection of 100 tales told by a group of young people sheltering in a villa outside Florence during the Black Death. As the plague ravages the city, ten noble men and women escape to the countryside and entertain themselves by telling stories over a period of ten days. Each day, one member of the group is appointed as the "king" or "queen" of the day, and they choose a theme for the stories to be told. The tales cover a wide range of subjects, including love, trickery, wit, and morality, and they often feature characters from various social classes and backgrounds. Boccaccio's work is celebrated for its vivid storytelling, wit, and humor, as well as its frank and often bawdy depiction of human nature. Through the diverse tales told by the characters, "The Decameron" provides a rich tapestry of medieval Italian life, while also offering timeless insights into the complexities of human behavior and relationships.
Author : Giovanni Boccaccio
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 594 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2018-06-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1720727163
The Decameron Volume 2 By Giovanni Boccaccio In the summer of 1348, with the plague ravaging Florence, ten young men and women take refuge in the countryside, where they entertain themselves with tales of love, death, and corruption, featuring a host of characters, from lascivious clergymen and mad kings to devious lovers and false miracle-makers. Named after the Greek for "ten days," Boccaccio's book of stories draws on ancient mythology, contemporary history, and everyday life, and has influenced the work of myriad writers who came after him. We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.
Author : Giovanni Boccaccio
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1939
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1418964236
Author : Giovanni Boccaccio
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2020-08-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798674721758
- Cimon, by loving, waxes wise, wins his wife Iphigenia by capture on the high seas, and is imprisoned at Rhodes. He is delivered by Lysimachus; and the twain capture Cassandra and recapture Iphigenia in the hour of their marriage. They flee with their ladies to Crete, and having there married them, are brought back to their homes. - Many stories, sweet my ladies, occur to me as meet for me to tell by way of ushering in a day so joyous as this will be: of which one does most commend itself to my mind, because not only has it, one of those happy endings of which to-day we are in quest, but 'twill enable you to understand how holy, how mighty and how salutary are the forces of Love, which not a few, witting not what they say, do most unjustly reprobate and revile: which, if I err not, should to you, for that I take you to be enamoured, be indeed welcome. Once upon a time, then, as we have read in the ancient histories of the Cypriotes, there was in the island of Cyprus a very great noble named Aristippus, a man rich in all worldly goods beyond all other of his countrymen, and who might have deemed himself incomparably blessed, but for a single sore affliction that Fortune had allotted him. Which was that among his sons he had one, the best grown and handsomest of them all, that was well-nigh a hopeless imbecile. His true name was Galesus; but, as neither his tutor's pains, nor his father's coaxing or chastisement, nor any other method had availed to imbue him with any tincture of letters or manners, but he still remained gruff and savage of voice, and in his bearing liker to a beast than to a man, all, as in derision, were wont to call him Cimon, which in their language signifies the same as "bestione" (brute)(1) in ours. The father, grieved beyond measure to see his son's life thus blighted, and having abandoned all hope of his recovery, nor caring to have the cause of his mortification ever before his eyes, bade him betake him to the farm, and there keep with his husbandmen. To Cimon the change was very welcome, because the manners and habits of the uncouth hinds were more to his taste than those of the citizens.
Author : Giovanni Boccaccio
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 597 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1954
Category : Italian fiction
ISBN : OCLC:37092856
Author : Giovanni Boccaccio,James Zimmerhoff
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 648 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2017-06-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1548349305
The Decameron subtitled Prince Galehaut, is a compilation of novellas by the 14th-century Italian author Giovanni Boccaccio (1313-1375). The book structured as a frame story including 100 tales told by a combination of seven young women and three young men lodging in a secluded villa just outside Florence to flee the Black Death, which was tormenting the city. Boccaccio probably imagined the Decameron after the epidemic of 1348 and finished it by 1353. The various stories of love in The Decameron scale from the erotic to the tragic. Stories of wit, practical jokes, and life experiences contribute to the mosaic. In addition to its quality and literary value and widespread influence, it provides a document of life at the time. It is written in the colloquial of the Florentine language; it is considered a masterpiece of classical early Italian prose. In Italy during the period of the Black Death, a group of seven young women and three young men escape from plague-ridden Florence to an abandoned villa in the country of Fiesole for two weeks. To spend the evenings, every member of the party tells a story each night, besides for one day per week for duties, and the holidays during which they do no work at all, producing ten nights of storytelling over the period of two weeks. Therefore, by the end of the fortnight, they have told 100 stories. Each of the ten actors is charged as King or Queen of the company for each one of the ten days in turn. This obligation stretches to choosing the subject of the stories for that day, and all but two days have themes assigned: examples of the power of fortune; instances of the power of human determination; love tales that end tragically; love stories that end happily. Smart replies that save the lecturer; tricks that women play on men; lies that people play on each other in general; precedents of virtue. Only Dioneo, who usually tells the tenth tale each day, has the right to describe a story on any topic he wishes, due to his wit. Many authors have argued that Dioneo expresses the views of Boccaccio himself. Each day also includes a short preface and conclusion to continue the frame of the tales by explaining other daily activities besides story-telling. These frame story interludes frequently incorporate transcriptions of Italian folk songs. The interplays among stories in a day, or across days, as Boccaccio twists variations and reversals of previous material, form a combination and not just a collection of tales. The basic structures of the stories including ridiculing the lust and greed of the clergy; strains in Italian society between the wealthy commercial class and noble families; the perils and adventures of traveling merchants.
Author : Giovanni 1313-1375 Boccaccio
Publisher : Wentworth Press
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2016-08-25
Category : History
ISBN : 1361731206
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Author : David Lummus
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9781487508715
The expert readings in this collection explore the ten stories of Day Six of Boccaccio's Decameron - a day that involves meditations on language, narration, and meaning
Author : The New York Times
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2022-03-22
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781982170813
"Previously published as The decameron project."
Author : Giovanni Boccaccio
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8826472920