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The Decameron by Giovanni Boccaccio
3.0
The Demogorgon?
The Decameron is a classic work of Italian literature that provides a glimpse into the cultural, social and moral norms of the 14th century. The book is comprised of 100 tales told by a group of young men and women over ten days, as they flee the plague-ridden city of Florence.
Although I did not find this as intriguing as other works of Italian literature such as [b:The Prince|28862|The Prince|Niccolò Machiavelli|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1390055828l/28862._SY75_.jpg|1335445], it still provides an entertaining read and offers a unique perspective on the values and beliefs of the time period.
It is worth noting that the book is often considered one of the earliest examples of a story collection in European literature and has influenced countless other works of fiction in the centuries since its publication.
Overall, The Decameron is an enjoyable read that offers a window into a fascinating period of Italian history and culture.
I give it an alright rating of...
3.0/5
The Decameron is a classic work of Italian literature that provides a glimpse into the cultural, social and moral norms of the 14th century. The book is comprised of 100 tales told by a group of young men and women over ten days, as they flee the plague-ridden city of Florence.
Although I did not find this as intriguing as other works of Italian literature such as [b:The Prince|28862|The Prince|Niccolò Machiavelli|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1390055828l/28862._SY75_.jpg|1335445], it still provides an entertaining read and offers a unique perspective on the values and beliefs of the time period.
It is worth noting that the book is often considered one of the earliest examples of a story collection in European literature and has influenced countless other works of fiction in the centuries since its publication.
Overall, The Decameron is an enjoyable read that offers a window into a fascinating period of Italian history and culture.
I give it an alright rating of...
3.0/5