The Decameron Of Boccaccio (Two-Volume Set)
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Giovanni BOCCACCIO; translated by J.M. Rigg; drawings by Louis Chalon
Binding: Hardback
Published: Navarre Society, 1111
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded boards with some marks and specks.
This seminal work of Italian literature, The Decameron, presents a vibrant collection of one hundred tales told by ten young Florentines seeking refuge from the Black Death. Boccaccio masterfully chronicles human nature through these diverse narratives, which range from the bawdy and humorous to the tragic and moralistic. The stories illustrate the cunning, folly, and resilience of individuals across all social strata. A cornerstone of Renaissance prose, it offers a witty and insightful commentary on medieval society, love, and fortune. Its enduring influence on Western literature is undeniable, making it a captivating read for enthusiasts of classic storytelling.
Author: Giovanni BOCCACCIO; translated by J.M. Rigg; drawings by Louis Chalon
Binding: Hardback
Published: Navarre Society, 1111
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded boards with some marks and specks.
This seminal work of Italian literature, The Decameron, presents a vibrant collection of one hundred tales told by ten young Florentines seeking refuge from the Black Death. Boccaccio masterfully chronicles human nature through these diverse narratives, which range from the bawdy and humorous to the tragic and moralistic. The stories illustrate the cunning, folly, and resilience of individuals across all social strata. A cornerstone of Renaissance prose, it offers a witty and insightful commentary on medieval society, love, and fortune. Its enduring influence on Western literature is undeniable, making it a captivating read for enthusiasts of classic storytelling.