The Heptameron Of The Tales Of Margaret, Queen Of Navarre; Volume 1

by Marguerite (Queen

Book Overview

A collection of 72 short stories written in the 16th century by Marguerite of Navarre. The stories take place over a 10 day period and are told by seven women and three men seeking refuge from a flood. Each day covers a different theme ranging from love, to trickery, to loyalty and more. The Heptameron is an important work in the development of French prose and is often compared to Boccaccio's Decameron.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CM6WY1VZ
• ISBN13: 9781020159510
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"