Description: The Decameron. By Giovanni Boccaccio, translated by John Payne, illustrated by Clara Tice, and published in New York by Boni and Liveright. 1925, 374 pp, 355 pp, 7.5x10.5’’, hardcover binding. In good condition. Covers and spines of both volumes have some age-related toning and wear that has caused some discoloration and bending along the edges. Pages have age-related toning and foxing. Hinges have some wear, but pages remain attached and generally have good support. Out of 2,000 copies, this was 1,726. This is certified by the signature of Boni and Liveright. This same pages states “The plates of the illustrations will be destroyed after printing.” Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. Giovanni Boccaccio was an Italian writer, poet, and a humanist active during the Italian Renaissance. The Decameron is a collection of short stories that would go on to assist in defining the Italian literary tradition. Boccaccio is part of what is called the “Three Crowns”, including Dante Alighieri and Francesco Petrarca. This limited edition publication would be a great addition to the personal library of anyone who enjoys Boccaccio’s work. FORN-SHELF-0677-BB-0123-JR784
Price: 100 USD
Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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Binding: Hardcover
Place of Publication: New York
Language: English
Special Attributes: Illustrated
Author: John Payne
Region: North America
Publisher: Boni and Liveright
Topic: Historical
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Subject: History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Year Printed: 1925
