Boccaccio: Life, Legacy, and the Birth of Storytelling

This book introduces Giovanni Boccaccio in three parts. It first sets out his life and the times he lived in, then looks closely at his works and the inventive genius behind them. The final chapter considers his enduring influence on culture and thought, and why his storytelling still matters today. Readers interested in literature, the Italian Middle Ages, or the history of the tale will find this an approachable and engaging introduction to a major writer. 92 pages.