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Jonas Lique @Jonaslique_03 ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-24 08:23:38 ·

"Perils of the Heart: Pietro's Daring for Agnolella"

‎Introduction ‎ ‎Pietro, a young and valiant man, finds his heart captivated by the beautiful and noble Agnolella. Their love, pure and intense, blossoms despite the odds stacked against them. As their journey unfolds, Pietro is thrust into a series of perilous trials—ambushes, treacherous paths, and life-threatening encounters—that would break the will of most. Yet,...

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Xynthea Mae Castillo @xynthea ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-29 15:33:50 ·

"Wit and Justice: The Tale of Madonna Filippa"

Introduction In the sixth story of the sixth day of Giovanni Boccaccio's The Decameron, the witty and courageous Madonna Filippa outsmarts her husband's accusers and challenges the societal norms of her time. This tale not only showcases Boccaccio's mastery of storytelling but also highlights the themes of justice, gender roles, and the power of wit. In this review, I will analyze the central...

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Kim Lacbay @kimlacbay ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-23 05:17:32 ·

“A Good Woman in Disguise: The Surprising Greatness of Griselda in Boccaccio’s Tale of Griselda”

INTRODUCTION On the tenth day, Dioneo closes Boccaccio’s Decameron by recounting a moving and thought-provoking story about a virtuous woman and her patience: that of Patient Griselda. For ages, people have respected and questioned this narrative which tests how much patience people have, how they use power and the rules women lived by in medieval Europe. The main character in the story,...

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Erica Tuliao @tuliaoerica ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-25 13:39:09 ·

“Griselda’s Trials: Obedience, Cruelty, and the Price of Virtue”

Introduction “The Tale of Griselda,” the final story in The Decameron, offers a stark departure from the humor and wit found in many of the earlier tales. It tells the story of a woman who endures unthinkable emotional cruelty at the hands of her husband, all in the name of loyalty and virtue. In this blog, I explore whether Griselda’s unwavering patience is a sign of strength...

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Sheryl Nunial @sheshe ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-23 05:06:32 ·

"A Devilish Trick: How Two Prankster Outsmarted a Doctor."

“It is human nature to think oneself wise and others foolish, yet often it is the reverse that proves true.” - The Decameron, Day 8, Tale 9 Introduction: In Day 8, Tale 9 of The Decameron, Giovanni Boccaccio shares a humorous story about two friends, Bruno and Buffalmacco, who pull a clever prank on a proud doctor named Master Simone. This tale shows how...

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Venus Ravino @venusravino ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-23 13:11:57 ·

"A Falcon for a Heart: The Tragedy and Triumph of True Love"

Introduction: Giovanni Boccaccio’s The Decameron, written in the 14th century, is a rich tapestry of one hundred tales told by a group of young people seeking refuge from the Black Death. These stories, ranging from the humorous to the tragic, reflect the complexities of human nature and society during a time of crisis. Among the many memorable tales in this collection is “The Tale...

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Ryza Chariz Viray @ryza.chariz ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-23 16:19:14 ·

"A Love Tested by Suffering: A Tale of Obedience Beyond Reason"

Introduction: In the final tale of The Decameron, Giovanni Boccaccio tells the unsettling story of Griselda, which explores the fine line between devotion and oppression. This tale explores the brutal tests that Griselda endured. It is a story that showcases the harsh realities of power, gender and the cost of blind devotion. Her story exposes the expectations placed on women in medieval...

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Lorraine Joyce Guevarra @lorraine ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-23 13:42:01 ·

"A Woman’s Defiance: Love and Tragedy in Boccaccio’s Ghismonda Story"

Introduction: In The Decameron, Boccaccio tells the sad but powerful story of Ghismonda, a noblewoman who fights for her love against her father’s cruel rules. This review shows how Ghismonda’s bravery and tragic end reveal the problems women faced in medieval times. Her story still matters today because it speaks about love, freedom, and the struggle against unfair power. ...

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Ashley Mateo @mateoashley ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-23 12:57:53 ·

"Buried Truths and Reborn Wisdom: The Journey of Andreuccio in Boccaccio’s Naples"

Introduction: Giovanni Boccaccio’s The Decameron is renowned for its dynamic portrayal of human nature across all social classes, exposing the follies, ambitions, and vulnerabilities of individuals in times of moral and social uncertainty. Among the tales, the story of Andreuccio of Perugia (Day II, Tale 5) offers a compelling account of a young man’s descent—both...

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Janelle Angela Ilao @Janelle ha aggiunto una foto in Art
2025-06-13 02:54:19 ·

"Capitalism" - by Pawel Kuczynski

This powerful illustration, "Capitalism" by Pawel Kuczynski, critiques how society sometimes prioritizes material loss over human life. Notice how the people in the image are all focused on a spilled blue liquid, showing concern or interest. Yet, right beside them, a person lies dead or injured, completely ignored. The artist is suggesting that in a world driven by economic values (capitalism),...

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Ericka Manalo @Mnl_kaiii ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-23 07:19:01 ·

"CLEVER WORDS, CLEVERER WOMEN: FEMALE AGENCY IN THE TALE OF MADONNA FILIPPA"

INTRODUCTION Boccaccio’s The Decameron, a monumental collection of 100 tales, offers a fascinating window into 14th-century Italian society, its anxieties, and its enduring human spirit. Among its many gems, the seventh tale of the sixth day, "Madonna Filippa," shines brightly as a testament to the power of wit and the burgeoning concept of female agency. This brief yet impactful...

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Allysa Lacuenta @Allysa_Lacuenta_14_02 ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-26 07:17:37 ·

"The Tale of Alatiel": Love, Fortune,Identity, and Irony

Introduction The Decameron, the work of Giovanni Boccaccio, is a vast mosaic of stories dealing thematically with the many aspects of human nature, particularly its deception, love, and luck. The most remarkable features of the story of Alatiel, which is told on the second day, are the subtle irony and the frank comments relating to survival, virtue, and the self. What could pass as a hot...

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Mikaela Dita @Mikaela ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-25 13:51:09 ·

"True Gold Is Tested by Fire": A Tale of The King of Cyprus and The Test of Friendship

Introduction Giovanni Boccaccio’s Decameron is best known for its lively and often outrageous stories about love, trickery, and survival during the Black Death. But hidden among the tales of mischief and scandal is a quiet gem about loyalty and character: Day 1, Tale 9, the story of Guiglielmo Borsiere and Ruggieri de' Figiovanni. This tale, unlike many others in the collection,...

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Iries Catherine Neserio @IriesCatherine_7 ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-23 13:30:28 ·

Outwitted by Wisdom: Age, Honor, and Eloquence in the Tale of Master Alberto

Introduction The tale of "Master Alberto of Bologna Civilly Putteth a Lady to the Blush who thought who have shamed him of being enamoured of her" from "The Decameron" by Giovanni Boccaccio is a powerful story. It teaches us that age doesn’t take away a person’s intelligence or value, and that true wisdom often comes with experience. In the tale, an old man is mocked by a young...

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Rose Ann De Chavez @roseann ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-23 16:04:05 ·

Putting the Devil in Hell:Satire and Sexual Awakening in Alibech and Rustico's Tale

Introduction: In Giovanni Boccaccios The Decameron,Day 3,Tale 10, the story of Alibech and Rustico stands out for its irreverent humor and bold satire of religious and sexual mores.This tale, told with comedic flair, flips traditional narratives about piety and virtue by casting a youbg woman'a sexual awakening as a misadventure in misguided devotion At its heart, tge...

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Janah Manahan @Janah ha aggiunto una foto in Literature
2025-05-24 12:10:07 ·

The Tale of the Pot of Basil

Introduction In John Keats’s The Tale of the Pot of Basil, a haunting narrative unfolds about forbidden love, greed, and undying devotion. Based on a tale from Boccaccio’s Decameron, Keats reimagines the story of Isabella and Lorenzo, two lovers torn apart by Isabella’s possessive and profit-driven brothers. This poem blends Gothic elements with romantic idealism, and at its...

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