The Decameron of Giovanni Boccacci (Il Boccaccio). Now First Completely Done into English Prose and Verse by John Payne, with Twenty Full Page Illustrations.

1901 Ltd Ed The DECAMERON Giovanni BOCCACCIO Human Comedy Black Death English 2v

"The Decameron" by Giovanni Boccaccio is a classic of Italian literature composed of 100 stories narrated by ten people—seven women and three men—who seek refuge in a villa outside Florence to escape the Black Death. The tales, which vary from erotic to tragic, witty to instructive, offer a vivid portrayal of 14th-century life and underscore the human experience with humor and wisdom. Boccaccio's work, written in the Florentine vernacular, is celebrated for its dynamic and realistic dialogue. Boccaccio is revered as a pioneering humanist and for his contributions to the promotion and interpretation of Dante's works, earning him a place among the "Three Crowns" of Italian literature.

This limited edition is hand-numbered, #109 (of 1000). Translated into English prose and verse by John Payne, this two-volume set also includes 20 exquisite, full-page illustrations.

Item number: #41616

Price: $499

BOCCACCIO, Giovanni; PAYNE, John

The Decameron of Giovanni Boccacci (Il Boccaccio). Now First Completely Done into English Prose and Verse by John Payne, with Twenty Full Page Illustrations.

London: Privately Printed for Members of the Aldus Society, MCMI. Limited Edition.

Details:

· Collation: Complete; 2 volumes

o Vol. I – xii, 310

o Vol. II – [4], vii, [1], 311-617, [1]

o 20 full-page engraved plates

· Language: English

· Binding: Leather; tight and secure

· Size: ~8in X 5.75in (20cm x 14cm)

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