The Decameron, Volume II by Giovanni Boccaccio

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Author Boccaccio, Giovanni, 1313-1375
Translator Rigg, J. M. (James Macmullen), 1855-1926
Title The Decameron, Volume II
Note Reading ease score: 55.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Donna Holsten
Summary "The Decameron, Volume II" by Giovanni Boccaccio is a collection of short stories written in the 14th century. The book comprises a series of narratives told by a group of young people who have fled to a villa outside Florence to escape the plague, offering a blend of humor, romance, and moral lessons. Each story is a reflection on love, fate, and the complexities of human relationships, often portraying various characters navigating the trials and tribulations of love. At the start of Volume II, the narrative unfolds with the introduction of several tales. The first story revolves around Cimon, a young man who transforms from a perceived brute into a wise lover due to his affections for the beautiful Iphigenia. The second tale follows Gostanza, who believes her lover Martuccio is dead and attempts to end her life, only to discover he is alive and successful in Tunis. The opening portion also presents further adventures of lovers facing challenges and ultimately finding happiness, establishing a thriving atmosphere of love’s resilience amidst the misadventures and intrigues presented in these stories. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Plague -- Europe -- History -- Fiction
Subject Storytelling -- Fiction
Subject Allegories
Subject Frame-stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 13102
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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