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The Pecorone of Ser Giovanni; Volume 1
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781142828868
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Jan 5 2010
Pages: 328
Weight: 1.01
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Pecorone of Ser Giovanni, Volume 1 is a collection of novellas by the 14th-century Florentine writer Giovanni Fiorentino. Translated by William George Waters, this edition makes available to English readers a classic work of Italian literature from the medieval period. Influenced by Boccaccio's Decameron, the Pecorone presents a series of tales told by a monk and a nun, offering a glimpse into the social customs, moral values, and narrative traditions of Renaissance Italy.
These stories, filled with romance, adventure, and moral lessons, reflect the rich tapestry of medieval Italian society and provide insights into the cultural and literary context of the time. Readers interested in classic literature, Italian history, or the development of the novella form will find this collection both entertaining and enlightening.
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