The Decameron (Volume 1)
The Decameron (Volume 1)
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Book Notes: Cover contains minor shelf wear. Previous owner underlined a few times in the introduction and made check marks on the contents pages, (pictured). The rest of its pages are clean and in good condition. Binding is tight and firm.
Author(s): Giovanni Boccaccio, J M RiggEdition: Everymans Library
Publication year: 1973
Pages: 416
Binding: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Dent: London
ISBN: 0460018450Written in the mid-14th century by Giovanni Boccaccio as the Black Death ravaged Florence, this foundational masterpiece is structured as a witty, layered frame narrative. Volume 1 introduces a group of ten wealthy young Florentines—seven women and three men—who flee the plague-ridden city to seek refuge in a secluded countryside villa. To pass the hot afternoons, they establish a rotating monarchy where each member rules for a day and dictates a storytelling theme. Volume 1 chronicles the opening five days of this retreat, compiling 50 distinct tales that skip between biting anti-clerical satires, ribald bedroom farces, high-stakes romances, and lessons on the power of human wit and fortune.
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Book Condition Scale
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Like New
This book is in excellent condition and appears to have been read only once. The pages are clean and unmarked, with no creases or stains. The binding remains firm and tight. There may be minimal signs of shelf wear on the cover or dust jacket, but overall, the book looks and feels nearly new.
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Very Good
This book has been read but remains in great condition. It does not look new, yet there is no obvious damage to the cover. Wear and tear are minimal. The pages are clean, free of highlighting or notes, though it may contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.
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Good
This book shows moderate to heavy signs of wear that can include creases, stains or tears. The cover may have minimal damage, and the binding remains intact with slight wear. The majority of pages are undamaged, though there may be some highlighting, underlining, or notes. It may also contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.
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Acceptable
This book shows significant wear, which may include tears, large stains, creases, loose pages, and heavy notes, underlining, or highlighting. The binding may be loose but remains intact. While it has noticeable imperfections, it is still a complete and readable copy. Any major defects will be clearly noted in the listing.
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As Described
This book is visibly worn and may be heavily soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted. It may have loose joints, hinges, or pages, and some text or pages may be missing. Large tears and other significant defects may be present. While still a readable copy, it shows substantial signs of use. Any major flaws will be clearly noted in the listing.
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Dust Jacket Grading
(A) Excellent
The dust jacket is in excellent condition, may show the slightest signs of shelf wear, if any.(B) Good
Shows minor shelf wear, usually along edges and may have a few light stains.(C) Fair
Displays moderate shelf wear, including some noticeable small tears, creasing and/or stains.(D) Poor
Contains large tears, several creases, and/or heavy staining.(F) As Is
Shows significant wear and tear. Majority of dust jacket is torn or missing. May contain heavy staining.
