The Decameron (Translated with an Introduction by J. M. Rigg)

Set against the backdrop of the 14th-century Bubonic Plague, this collection of stories features seven women and three men seeking refuge in a villa near Florence. Over ten evenings, they share tales of love, fortune, and human ingenuity, reflecting the cultural shift from medieval to Renaissance values. Boccaccio's work highlights the virtues of intelligence and sophistication in a changing Europe, marking it as a significant milestone in European literature. This edition includes a translation by J. M. Rigg and is printed on premium acid-free paper.