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The story of Griselda closes the Decameron with one of its most debated novellas. Explore what Boccaccio intended with...
Read MoreBoccaccio's Decameron opens with a visceral account of the 1348 plague in Florence. Understanding this catastrophe is...
Read MoreAcross its hundred tales, the Decameron consistently rewards cleverness over virtue. Explore how Boccaccio uses wit as...
Read MoreNew to Boccaccio? This practical guide explains the Decameron's structure, what to expect, and how to approach all one...
Read MoreGeoffrey Chaucer almost certainly read Boccaccio during his travels to Italy. Explore the deep connections between the...
Read MoreThe ten young narrators of the Decameron are more than mouthpieces — they are characters with distinct personalities....
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