Boccaccio by Hermann Hesse
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| Creator | Hesse, Hermann, 1877-1962 |
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| Title | Boccaccio |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boccaccio_(Hesse) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jana Srna, Enrico Segre, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Boccaccio by Hermann Hesse" is a literary monograph written in the early 20th century. This publication reflects on the life and works of Giovanni Boccaccio, focusing particularly on his seminal work, "The Decameron." The book explores themes of love, human nature, and social commentary, portraying Boccaccio as a pivotal figure in Italian literature. In "Boccaccio," Hesse delves into the biography of the author, detailing his early life, influences, and the historical context during which he wrote his most famous work, "The Decameron." The narrative describes how Boccaccio, coming from a merchant background, navigated the complexities of love and society, ultimately becoming a master storyteller. Hesse highlights the rich tapestry of Boccaccio's tales, illustrating how they capture the essence of humanity’s diverse experiences—ranging from humor to love, mischief, and tragedy. Through an examination of Boccaccio's stories, the book also reflects on broader themes of morality, the role of women, and the struggles between different social classes during the Renaissance, positioning Boccaccio not only as a gifted writer but also as a keen observer of the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Boccaccio, Giovanni, 1313-1375 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42213 |
| Release Date | Feb 26, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 102 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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