The Decameron is a collection of novellas written by the Italian author Giovanni Boccaccio in the 14th century. It consists of 100 stories told by a group of ten young people who retreat to the countryside to escape the Black Death that was ravaging their city, Florence. The stories cover a wide range of genres, including romance, tragedy, comedy, and adventure, and offer insights into human nature and society. Overall, The Decameron is considered one of the greatest works of European literature and has had a significant influence on subsequent storytelling.
