Dead Man's Flower
Dead Man's Flower

Author: Jill Jennings

Publisher: Yawn's Books & More, Incorporated

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781936815456

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"Some years ago I was utterly entranced by Jill Jennings' starkly honest poem, 'Hanging Out Laundry With My Grandmother.' In it she shows us how to hang up our own griefs and failures to a redemptive sunlight. The world of her readers will surely respond by taking care of the real and metaphorical laundry that awaits our own tending. The title, Dead Man's Flower, cannot be better chosen. One can see the plumeria as they really are, blooms that release their perfume only as they die, or as healing graces that come to us by feelings shared by poets who decide to live and write as Jennings has done." Mildred White Greear, poet and author of Moving Gone Dancing, and other volumes of verse.

The Dead Man's Luggage
The Dead Man's Luggage

Author: Kristin Rux

Publisher: Dorrance Publishing

Published: 2021-09-21

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 1637641125

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The Dead Man’s Luggage By: Kristin Rux “Fear makes people live lives they regret.” The regular guy paused significantly, “Do you regret your life, Jeff?” Jeff seemed to be the quintessential male of society: generous, avid reader, and notable traveler. The truth? He deceived and accomplished little more than the accumulation of material belongings. Now in death, Jeff is forced to watch as his beloved possessions get redistributed to complete strangers, triggering him to take an introspective journey into the life he allowed to be dictated by fear. Join Jeff on this tumultuous adventure of acceptance, courage, strength, and, ultimately, the justification of his life.

The Decameron: Collector's Edition: 3 Different Translations by John Payne, John Florio & J.M. Rigg
The Decameron: Collector's Edition: 3 Different Translations by John Payne, John Florio & J.M. Rigg

Author: Giovanni Boccaccio

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-11-27

Total Pages: 2815

ISBN-13:

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Giovanni Boccaccio's 'The Decameron: Collector's Edition' is a timeless masterpiece that consists of 100 bawdy, witty, and thought-provoking stories told by ten young Florentines who have fled the city to escape the Black Death. This literary work is written in a frame narrative style, showcasing Boccaccio's innovative storytelling techniques and his keen understanding of human nature. These tales cover a wide range of topics such as love, betrayal, humor, and morality, making them relevant to readers of all ages. The book serves as a vivid portrayal of 14th century Italy, offering valuable insights into the social and cultural norms of the time. The three different translations by John Payne, John Florio, and J.M. Rigg presented in this collector's edition provide readers with diverse interpretations and perspectives on Boccaccio's classic work. Each translation captures the essence of the original text while adding unique nuances that enhance the reading experience. Giovanni Boccaccio's 'The Decameron' is a must-read for lovers of classic literature, history, and storytelling, as it continues to captivate audiences with its timeless tales and universal themes.

The Decameron
The Decameron

Author: Giovanni Boccaccio

Publisher: e-artnow

Published: 2017-12-06

Total Pages: 1056

ISBN-13: 8027234107

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John Payne's translation of The Decameron was originally published in a private printing for The Villon Society, London in 1886. Comprised of 100 novellas told by ten men and women over a ten day journey fleeing plague-infested Florence, the Decameron is an allegorical work famous for its bawdy portrayals of everyday life, its searing wit and mockery, and its careful adherence to a framed structure. The word "decameron" is derived from the Greek and means "ten days". Boccaccio drew on many influences in writing the Decameron, and many writers, including Martin Luther, Chaucer, and Keats, later drew inspiration from the book. Giovanni Boccaccio (1313-1375) was an Italian writer and humanist, one of the founders of the Renaissance. He studied business but abandoned it eventually to pursue his literary interests. In 1350 Boccaccio met Francesco Petrarca (Petrarch) (1304-1374), one the most important figures in the beginnings of the Renaissance and Humanism.