{"product_id":"9781513268545","title":"The Decameron","description":"Author: Giovanni Boccaccio\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781513268545\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Mint Editions\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 20 Apr 2021\u003cbr\u003ePages: 716 \u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhile the plague ravishes major cities, a group of Italian men and women seek shelter at a countryside estate telling stories to pass the time\u003c\/b\u003e. Giovanni Boccaccio's imaginative writing style elevates the multilayered novellas ranging from romance to satire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeven young women and three men have isolated themselves in a villa hoping to avoid the looming disease that's consumed their nation. Every day, as a form of entertainment, each person tells a story to the group. It must fit a specific theme, keeping the concept fresh and inspired. The storytelling consists of romance and humor as well as death and deception. It's a vibrant display of the author's skill as he produces 100 captivating tales over the course of 10 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Decameron\u003c\/i\u003e is a timely interpretation of isolation in the midst of a global pandemic. It starts quaint but builds into a massive narrative that spans genres and themes. With surprising twists and turns, the book is an engaging text that will keep readers guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47920173023390,"sku":"ING-9781513268545","price":39.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781513268545.jpg?v=1782817872","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781513268545","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}