Description
“The Decameron” is a collection of novellas by the Italian author Giovanni Boccaccio, completed in 1353. It is structured as a frame narrative, with ten characters fleeing the Black Death in Florence and taking refuge in a villa outside the city. To pass the time, they each tell stories over the course of ten days, resulting in a total of 100 tales.
The stories cover a wide range of themes, including love, wit, trickery, and the human condition. They often reflect the social, political, and moral concerns of Boccaccio’s time, while also showcasing his skill as a storyteller and his keen observation of human nature.
“The Decameron” is considered a masterpiece of Italian literature and one of the greatest works of fiction from the medieval period. It has had a profound influence on subsequent literature and has been adapted and reinterpreted in various forms over the centuries.
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