The Decameron
The Original English Translation by John FlorioBy Giovanni Boccaccio
Length37h 10m
About this audiobook
Giovanni Boccaccio's 'The Decameron' is a masterpiece of Italian literature, consisting of one hundred tales told by seven women and three men seeking refuge from the bubonic plague in a secluded villa. Written in the early 14th century, this collection showcases Boccaccio's skill in storytelling and his keen observation of human nature. The tales cover a wide range of themes, from love and morality to wit and deception, making it a rich tapestry of medieval society. Boccaccio's elegant prose and clever narrative style captivate readers, inviting them into a world of intrigue and imagination. Boccaccio, a contemporary of Dante, was a Renaissance humanist and poet with a keen interest in literature and philosophy. Influenced by the literary traditions of ancient Greece and Rome, Boccaccio brought a fresh perspective to Italian literature. 'The Decameron' is a reflection of his literary brilliance and his deep understanding of human emotions and desires. I highly recommend 'The Decameron' to readers interested in medieval literature, Italian culture, and timeless storytelling. Boccaccio's work continues to inspire and captivate audiences, making it a must-read for anyone seeking a glimpse into the rich tapestry of the medieval world.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length37 hrs 10 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Divine Comedy
2The Induction of the Author to the Following Discourses
3The First Day
4The First Day, the First Novell
5The First Day, the Second Novell
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6The First Day, the Third Novell
7The First Day, the Fourth Novell
8The First Day, the Fift Novell
9The First Day, the Sixt Novell
10The First Day, the Seventh Novell
11The First Day, the Eight Novell
12The First Day, the Ninth Novell
13The First Day, the Tenth Novell
14The Second Day
15The Induction to the Second Day
16The Second Day, the First Novell
17The Second Day, the Second Novell
18The Second Day, the Third Novell
19The Second Day, the Fourth Novell
20The Second Day, the Fift Novell
21The Second Day, the Sixt Novell
22The Second Day, the Seventh Novell
23The Second Day, the Eight Novell
24The Second Day, the Ninth Novell
25The Second Day, the Tenth Novell
26The Third Day
27The Induction to the Third Day
28The Third Day, the First Novell
29The Third Day, the Second Novell
30The Third Day, the Third Novell
31The Third Day, the Fourth Novell
32The Third Day the Fifth Novell
33The Third Day the Sixth Novell
34The Third Day, the Seaventh Novell
35The Third Day, the Eight Novell
36The Third Day, the Ninth Novell
37The Third Day, the Tenth Novell
38The Fourth Day
39The Induction to the Fourth Day
40The Fourth Day, the First Novell
41The Fourth Day, the Second Novell
42The Fourth Day, the Third Novell
43The Fourth Day, the Fourth Novell
44The Fourth Day, the Fift Novell
45The Fourth Day, the Sixth Novell
46The Fourth Day, the Seventh Novell
47The Fourth Day, the Eight Novell
48The Fourth Day, the Ninth Novell
49The Fourth Day, the Tenth Novell
50The Fifth Day
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