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Giovanni Boccaccio 
The Decameron of Giovanni Boccaccio 

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Giovanni Boccaccio’s ‚The Decameron‘ is a literary masterpiece that showcases the transition from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Written in the 14th century, the book consists of a collection of 100 tales told by ten young people who have fled the Black Death in Florence. Boccaccio’s storytelling is rich in both realism and idealism, offering a snapshot of medieval society’s values, morals, and desires. The novel’s structure, with a frame story enclosing multiple narratives, reflects the author’s innovative approach to storytelling. Boccaccio’s use of vernacular Italian also marks a significant departure from Latin, making ‚The Decameron‘ accessible to a wider audience. Among the themes explored are love, fortune, and the power of storytelling in providing solace and amusement during times of crisis. Giovanni Boccaccio, a Renaissance humanist and poet, drew inspiration from his own experiences and observations of society to create this work of timeless literary significance. ‚The Decameron‘ remains a must-read for those interested in medieval literature, storytelling, and the human experience.
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Sprache Englisch ● Format EPUB ● Seiten 738 ● ISBN 4057664098351 ● Dateigröße 1.3 MB ● Übersetzer John Payne ● Verlag Good Press ● Ort Prague ● Land CZ ● Erscheinungsjahr 2019 ● herunterladbar 24 Monate ● Währung EUR ● ID 7500264 ● Kopierschutz Soziales DRM

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