Articles & Literary Guides

Browse all articles, analyses, reading guides, and essays on Boccaccio's Decameron and classic medieval literature.

Characters & Themes

Wit, Intelligence, and the Triumph of the Clever: A Central Theme in the Decameron

Across its hundred tales, the Decameron consistently rewards cleverness over virtue. Explore how Boccaccio uses wit as...

Feb 20, 2025 4 min read

Characters & Themes

The ten young narrators of the Decameron are more than mouthpieces — they are characters with distinct personalities....

Apr 14, 2025 4 min read