The Decameron: Collector's Edition: 3 Different Translations by John Payne, John Florio & J.M. Rigg
By Giovanni Boccaccio
Length97h 4m
About this audiobook
Giovanni Boccaccio's 'The Decameron: Collector's Edition' showcases three different translations by John Payne, John Florio, and J.M. Rigg, presenting readers with a comprehensive view of this classic masterpiece. Set against the backdrop of the Black Death, the book is a collection of 100 stories told by ten young people who flee to the countryside to escape the plague. Boccaccio's literary style is characterized by its witty dialogues, clever use of irony, and vivid descriptions of medieval Italian society. The Decameron stands out as a seminal work of Italian literature, reflecting the human experience amidst a time of crisis. With the inclusion of multiple translations, this edition allows readers to appreciate the nuances and variations of Boccaccio's original text, offering a rich and immersive reading experience. Giovanni Boccaccio, a Renaissance author and poet, drew inspiration from his own life experiences and the societal challenges of his time to create this timeless masterpiece. His keen observations of human nature and societal norms are evident throughout the stories, providing readers with a thought-provoking exploration of morality, love, and resilience. I highly recommend 'The Decameron: Collector's Edition' to readers who appreciate classic literature, historical fiction, and multi-layered narratives that continue to resonate with contemporary audiences.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics
Length97 hrs 4 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 15, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Decameron: Collector's Edition: 3 Different Translations by John Payne, John Florio & J.M. Rigg
2The Decameron by John Florio
3The Induction Of The Author To The Following Discourses
4The First Day
5THE FIRST DAY, THE FIRST NOVELL
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6THE FIRST DAY, THE SECOND NOVELL
7THE FIRST DAY, THE THIRD NOVELL
8THE FIRST DAY, THE FOURTH NOVELL
9THE FIRST DAY, THE FIFT NOVELL
10THE FIRST DAY, THE SIXT NOVELL
11THE FIRST DAY, THE SEVENTH NOVELL
12THE FIRST DAY, THE EIGHT NOVELL
13THE FIRST DAY, THE NINTH NOVELL
14THE FIRST DAY, THE TENTH NOVELL
15The Second Day
16THE INDUCTION TO THE SECOND DAY
17THE SECOND DAY, THE FIRST NOVELL
18THE SECOND DAY, THE SECOND NOVELL
19THE SECOND DAY, THE THIRD NOVELL
20THE SECOND DAY, THE FOURTH NOVELL
21THE SECOND DAY, THE FIFT NOVELL
22THE SECOND DAY, THE SIXT NOVELL
23THE SECOND DAY, THE SEVENTH NOVELL
24THE SECOND DAY, THE EIGHT NOVELL
25THE SECOND DAY, THE NINTH NOVELL
26THE SECOND DAY, THE TENTH NOVELL
27The Third Day
28THE INDUCTION TO THE THIRD DAY
29THE THIRD DAY, THE FIRST NOVELL
30THE THIRD DAY, THE SECOND NOVELL
31THE THIRD DAY, THE THIRD NOVELL
32THE THIRD DAY, THE FOURTH NOVELL
33THE THIRD DAY THE FIFTH NOVELL
34THE THIRD DAY THE SIXTH NOVELL
35THE THIRD DAY, THE SEAVENTH NOVELL
36THE THIRD DAY, THE EIGHT NOVELL
37THE THIRD DAY, THE NINTH NOVELL
38THE THIRD DAY, THE TENTH NOVELL
39The Fourth Day
40THE INDUCTION TO THE FOURTH DAY
41THE FOURTH DAY, THE FIRST NOVELL
42THE FOURTH DAY, THE SECOND NOVELL
43THE FOURTH DAY, THE THIRD NOVELL
44THE FOURTH DAY, THE FOURTH NOVELL
45THE FOURTH DAY, THE FIFT NOVELL
46THE FOURTH DAY, THE SIXTH NOVELL
47THE FOURTH DAY, THE SEVENTH NOVELL
48THE FOURTH DAY, THE EIGHT NOVELL
49THE FOURTH DAY, THE NINTH NOVELL
50THE FOURTH DAY, THE TENTH NOVELL
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