The Life Of Giovanni Boccaccio

By Thomas Caldecot Chubb

Book Overview

The Life of Giovanni Boccaccio is a biography written by Thomas Caldecot Chubb that explores the life and legacy of one of Italy's greatest literary figures. Giovanni Boccaccio was a 14th-century writer and poet who is best known for his masterpiece, The Decameron. Chubb's biography provides a comprehensive look into Boccaccio's life, from his early years in Florence to his rise as a prominent writer and scholar. The book covers Boccaccio's personal relationships, his travels, and his literary influences, as well as his impact on Italian literature and culture. Chubb also delves into Boccaccio's role as a humanist and his contributions to the development of the Italian language. Through detailed research and analysis, The Life of Giovanni Boccaccio offers readers a fascinating insight into the life and work of one of Italy's most celebrated authors.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163172545
• ISBN13: 9781163172544
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"