{"product_id":"the-decameron-9781513268545","title":"The Decameron","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\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\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of \u003ci\u003eThe Decameron\u003c\/i\u003e is both modern and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Graphic Arts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51359538151767,"sku":"9781513268545","price":19.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781513268545.jpg?v=1754124950","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-decameron-9781513268545","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}