The Story Of Cymon And Iphigenia From The Decameron

By: Ernest Rhys

Book Overview

The Story Of Cymon And Iphigenia From The Decameron is a classic tale retold by Ernest Rhys. The book is a part of the larger collection of stories from the Decameron, a 14th-century work of Italian literature by Giovanni Boccaccio. The story follows the journey of Cymon, a young man who is transformed by the beauty of Iphigenia, a noblewoman. Cymon, who was once a wild and uncivilized man, is tamed by the love he feels for Iphigenia, and becomes a refined and cultured gentleman. The book explores themes of love, transformation, and the power of beauty. It is a timeless story that has captivated readers for centuries and continues to be a source of inspiration for writers and artists alike. Ernest Rhys's retelling of this classic tale is a must-read for anyone who loves literature, romance, and adventure.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Garden of Romance, by Ernest Rhys. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766148335.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: 1425456774
• ISBN13: 9781425456771
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"