Decamerone
About this book
Decameron, collection of tales by Giovanni Boccaccio, probably composed between 1349 and 1353. The work is regarded as a masterpiece of classical Italian prose. While romantic in tone and form, it breaks from medieval sensibility in its insistence on the human ability to overcome, even exploit, fortune. The Decameron comprises a group of stories united by a frame story. As the frame narrative opens, 10 young people (seven women and three men) flee plague-stricken Florence to a delightful villa in nearby Fiesole. Each member of the party rules for a day and sets stipulations for the daily tales to be told by all participants, resulting in a collection of 100 pieces. This storytelling occupies 10 days of a fortnight (the rest being set aside for personal adornment or for religious devotions); hence, the title of the book, Decameron, or “Ten Days’ Work.” Each day ends with a canzone (song), some of which represent Boccaccio’s finest poetry. –Britannica
Reader Profile
3.9/5 · 44581 readers · 579 pages · ≈ 10 h 43 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read Decamerone?
About ≈ 10 h 43 m — 579 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Decamerone?
579 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Decamerone?
It sits on the Short Stories, History, Fiction shelves.
Has Decamerone been made into a movie or TV show?
Yes — screen adaptations include The Little Hours (2017), Wondrous Boccaccio (2016), Wondrous Boccaccio (2015), Virgin Territory (2007).
Is Decamerone in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Decamerone?
The main characters include Giovanni Boccaccio (1313-1375), J. M. Rigg (1855-1926), Vincenzo Brusantino Conte, Thomas Wright (1810-1877).
Where does Decamerone take place?
It is set in Europe, Europa, Italy during CIRCA 1346, Middle ages.
Who wrote Decamerone?
Giovanni Boccaccio.
Where can I read Decamerone online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library