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c1920 The Decameron Of Giovanni Boccaccio Antique Literature Book by J.M. Rigg

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c1920 The Decameron Of Giovanni Boccaccio Antique Literature Book by J.M. Rigg

The Decameron Of Giovanni Boccaccio
Translated by J.M. Rigg
Published by George Routledge & Sons Limited: London c1920 (undated)

" The Decameron is one of the great masterpieces of world literature, written by the Italian author Giovanni Boccaccio during the mid-fourteenth century. Set against the backdrop of the devastating Black Death, the work follows a group of young Florentines who retreat to the countryside to escape the plague. To pass the time, they entertain one another by telling stories, resulting in a remarkable collection of one hundred tales that range from humorous and romantic to tragic, satirical, and deeply human.

Celebrated for its vivid storytelling and keen observations of human nature, The Decameron offers a fascinating window into medieval society while exploring timeless themes of love, fortune, intelligence, morality, and resilience. Boccaccio's characters come from all levels of society, and his stories often challenge convention through wit and irony. The work exerted a profound influence on later European literature, inspiring writers including Chaucer, Shakespeare, and countless others across the centuries.

This edition features the respected translation by J. M. Rigg, accompanied by an insightful essay on Boccaccio as both man and author by John Addington Symonds. Published by George Routledge & Sons in the early twentieth century, it presents one of the foundational texts of the Western literary canon in an accessible English form. A substantial and enduring classic, it remains equally appealing to collectors of literature, Renaissance studies, and the cultural history of medieval Europe."

Light wear to covers and spine as shown. No inscriptions. Pages clean and well presented with general age toning. Inside hinges split but covers secure and there are no loose pages. A nice copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 21cm x 15cm x 4.5cm - 404 Pages

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Condition: Good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: Original Cloth Bindings
Region: Europe
Subject: Literature & Fiction
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear to covers and spine as shown. No inscriptions. Pages clean and well presented with general age toning. Inside hinges split but covers secure and there are no loose pages. A nice copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Giovanni Boccaccio
Publisher: George Routledge & Sons Limited: London
Year Printed: 1920
Sub-subject: Italian Literature