La Fiammetta by Giovanni Boccaccio

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Author Boccaccio, Giovanni, 1313-1375
Translator Brogan, James C.
Title La Fiammetta
Note Contains introduction, prologue, and chapter 1 only.
Credits Produced by Ted Garvin, Dave Morgan and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "La Fiammetta" by Giovanni Boccaccio is a poignant and introspective novel written in the 14th century, during the early Renaissance period. This work can be classified as an elegy as it intricately explores themes of love and longing through the eyes of the protagonist, Fiammetta. The narrative delves into her emotional turmoil and experiences of passionate love, illustrating the complexities of desire and loss. The story is narrated by Fiammetta, a noblewoman who recounts her experiences of love and heartache as she becomes enamored with a captivating young man. Initially blissful in her affection, her happiness is shattered as her love turns into a source of anguish when she feels betrayed and neglected. The text unfolds her vivid emotions, including her struggle to balance societal expectations with her deep-seated desires. Through a blend of dream-like visions and vivid descriptions, Boccaccio portrays the treacherous nature of love and its impact on an individual's psyche, capturing Fiammetta's journey from joy to despair and her ultimate surrender to the whims of fate. The narrative serves as a significant exploration of subjective emotional experience, forging a deep connection between the reader and the anguished heart of Fiammetta. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Fiction
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EBook-No. 10006
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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