De Decamerone van Boccaccio

Language: DutchPublished: October 20, 2006

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Storytelling Fiction Allegories Plague Europe History Frame-stories

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Authors:

Boccaccio, Giovanni
1313 - 1375
Rensburg, J. K. (Jacques Karel)
1870 - 1943

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In the midst of the Black Death's devastation in 14th-century Florence, "De Decamerone van Boccaccio" emerges as a beacon of human resilience and creativity. This seminal collection features one hundred novellas narrated by ten young individuals who escape the plague to share their stories over ten days. With its rich exploration of themes such as love, deception, and social commentary, Boccaccio’s work captures the complexities of human nature amidst crisis. Ideal for students, literary enthusiasts, and historians alike, this document not only reflects the societal norms of its time but also serves as a timeless study of the human condition. Dive into Boccaccio’s world and discover the enduring power of storytelling in the face of adversity.