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Discover the timeless classic, 'Tales from the Decameron', a collection of Boccaccio's most celebrated stories that continues to resonate with readers today. This brand new B-format paperback edition published by Penguin UK in 2015, features 352 pages of vibrant storytelling, combining humorous, bawdy, and tragic elements that capture the essence of human experiences. This fresh translation by Peter Hainsworth brings to life the vivid narratives of a group of young people who escape to the countryside during the plague that ravaged Florence. Dive into the rich tapestry of tales that include the poignant 'Isabella and the Pot of Basil'—a poignant tale famously adapted by Keats—and the heart-wrenching 'Patient Griselda', alongside a variety of spirited stories filled with curious nuns, unfaithful wives, and philandering priests. Each narrative in this collection is crafted in a style that is as enlightening as it is entertaining, making it an essential read for lovers of classic literature and those seeking to explore the depths of Boccaccio’s genius. Enjoy the delightful and thought-provoking escapades that have captivated audiences for centuries. Whether you're revisiting these beloved tales or discovering them for the first time, this edition of 'Tales from the Decameron' promises an extraordinary literary journey. Get your copy today and experience the magic of Boccaccio's writing!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141191331
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 352
Description:
Bawdy, hilarious, tragic and surprising, Boccaccio's fourteenth-century masterpiecetheDecameronis a collection of stories told by a group of young people taking refuge from plague-ridden Florence.
Bawdy and moving, hilarious and reflective - these stories offer the very best of Boccaccio's Decameron in a brilliant, playful new translation.
This hugely enjoyable volume collects the best stories of Boccaccio's masterwork in a fresh, accessible new translation by Peter Hainsworth. It includes such celebrated, thought-provoking tales as 'Isabella and the Pot of Basil' (famously adapted by Keats) and 'Patient Griselda' alongside many boisterous and daring stories featuring faithless wives, philandering priests and curious nuns.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141191331
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 352
Description:
Bawdy, hilarious, tragic and surprising, Boccaccio's fourteenth-century masterpiecetheDecameronis a collection of stories told by a group of young people taking refuge from plague-ridden Florence.
Bawdy and moving, hilarious and reflective - these stories offer the very best of Boccaccio's Decameron in a brilliant, playful new translation.
This hugely enjoyable volume collects the best stories of Boccaccio's masterwork in a fresh, accessible new translation by Peter Hainsworth. It includes such celebrated, thought-provoking tales as 'Isabella and the Pot of Basil' (famously adapted by Keats) and 'Patient Griselda' alongside many boisterous and daring stories featuring faithless wives, philandering priests and curious nuns.