The Decameron: Collector's Edition: 3 Different Translations by John Payne, John Florio & J.M. Rigg

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 I ...