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Il Corbaccio Di Messer Giovanni Boccaccio
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781024505078
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 196
Weight: 1.00
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: Italian
“Il Corbaccio†is a satirical work by Giovanni Boccaccio, likely written between 1355 and 1365. This allegorical tale presents a harsh and unflattering portrayal of women. The narrator, initially enamored with a widow, is dissuaded by a ghostly figure, who delivers a scathing critique of female nature. Boccaccioâ€(TM)s sharp wit and vivid language create a memorable, if controversial, exploration of misogyny. While the views expressed are products of their time, “Il Corbaccio†remains a significant work in Italian literature, offering insights into the social attitudes of the 14th century and Boccaccio's complex views on love and society. A classic for scholars and readers interested in understanding the Italian Renaissance.
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