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The Decameron of Giovanni Boccacci Il Boccaccio. Now First Completely Done into English Prose and Verse by John Payne with Twenty Full Page Illustrations.

1901réf. 416161901 Ltd Ed The DECAMERON Giovanni BOCCACCIO Human Comedy Black Death English 2v "The Decameron" by Giovanni Boccaccio is a classic of Italian literature composed of 100 stories narrated by ten people—seven women and three men—who seek refuge in a villa outside Florence to escape the Black Death. The tales which vary from erotic to tragic witty to instructive offer a vivid portrayal of 14th-century life and underscore the human experience with humor and wisdom. Boccaccio's work written in the Florentine vernacular is celebrated for its dynamic and realistic dialogue. Boccaccio is revered as a pioneering humanist and for his contributions to the promotion and interpretation of Dante's works earning him a place among the "Three Crowns" of Italian literature. This limited edition is hand-numbered #109 of 1000. Translated into English prose and verse by John Payne this two-volume set also includes 20 exquisite full-page illustrations. Item number: #41616 Price: $499 BOCCACCIO Giovanni; PAYNE John The Decameron of Giovanni Boccacci Il Boccaccio. Now First Completely Done into English Prose and Verse by John Payne with Twenty Full Page Illustrations. London: Privately Printed for Members of the Aldus Society MCMI. Limited Edition. Details: · Collation: Complete; 2 volumes o Vol. I – xii 310 o Vol. II – 4 vii 1 311-617 1 o 20 full-page engraved plates · Language: English · Binding: Leather; tight and secure · Size: ~8in X 5.75in 20cm x 14cm Our Guarantee: Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving and we will offer a full refund without reservation! 41616 Photos available upon request. Privately Printed for Members of the Aldus Society hardcover

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