Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-decameron
Noun
/ðə ˈdɛkəˌmɛrɒn/
Definition
The Decameron is a collection of novellas by the Italian author Giovanni Boccaccio, written in the 14th century.
Examples
- The Decameron is often considered one of the greatest works of medieval literature.
- Many themes, including love, power, and deception, are explored in the stories of The Decameron.
- The novel inspired numerous adaptations in literature and film.
Meaning
It is a narrative framework involving a group of ten young people who retreat to the countryside to escape the Black Death, sharing stories to entertain each other during their stay.
Synonyms
- narrative collection
- storybook
- anthology
