250 results for 'Boccaccio, Giovanni'

Geoffrey Chaucer's life was a complex web of politics, literature, and travel, reflecting the tumultuous world of 14th-century Europe. This biography, by renowned scholar Marion Turner, offers a...

All's Well That Ends Well by William Shakespeare is a play that explores the complexities of love and relationships. Written between 1604 and 1605, it was originally published in the First Folio in...

Saint Frances of Rome shares her profound visions of the afterlife in this deeply personal and spiritual work. Her narrative, recorded by Canon Giovanni Matteoni, offers a unique glimpse into the...

Giovanni Castiglione's search for a lost violin takes him on a journey through the history of music. A long-lost instrument once possessed by Niccolo Paganini is at the centre of his quest.With its...

A comprehensive introduction to the philosophy of Aristotle, written by renowned scholar Giovanni Reale. This accessible work strikes a balance between rigorous scholarship and clear, intelligible...

Giovanni Battista Pergolesi's Il Flaminio is a vocal score of an opera composed and presented to the public just months before his death. The work, set to a libretto by Gennarantonio Federico, was...

This bilingual anthology brings together works from the 14th to the 20th centuries, featuring renowned writers such as Dante, Boccaccio, and Pirandello. The collection includes excerpts from poetry,...

The Fabliaux: A Collection of Scandalous Poetry from Medieval France Translated into English for the first time, this collection brings to life the most irreverent and erotic poetry in Western...

Spoz's Shorts and the Occasional Long One is a humorous anthology from Giovanni Esposito, featuring his best poems and limericks. This collection brings together Spoz's most entertaining and engaging...

Medieval Legends of Love & Lust by Rosalind Kerven is a unique collection of romantic stories from the 12th to 15th centuries, retold from authentic translations of original texts. This collection...

The House by the Medlar-Tree is a powerful portrayal of humanity's struggle for self-betterment in the face of poverty and hardship. Giovanni Verga masterfully explores the dignity of this struggle,...

System and Freedom in Kant and Fichte explores the complex relationship between freedom and determinism in the philosophical systems of Immanuel Kant and Johann Gottlieb Fichte.This book examines...

Giovanni Gentile's philosophical writings provide insight into the ideology of Italian fascism. His "actualism" philosophy emerged in response to the social and economic conditions of his time,...

El Diablo by Giovanni Papini This thought-provoking work explores the complex relationship between good and evil, delving into the world of Christian theology and angelology. Written in 1997, it...

Artemis Fowl is a gripping graphic novel adaptation by Eoin Colfer and Andrew Donkin, illustrated by Giovanni Rigano and coloured by Paolo Lamanna. This labour of love brings the genre-busting story...

This collection of eleven great short stories offers a unique opportunity to explore Italian literature in its original language, accompanied by accurate English translations. Featuring works from...

Rudyard Kipling's poem "If-" is a heartfelt address to his son, offering guidance and wisdom for life's challenges. Written in 1909, the poem has become a beloved and enduring expression of fatherly...

James Baldwin's early novels and stories are presented here in a single volume, showcasing his unique fusion of unflinching realism and poetic prose. This collection includes Go Tell It on the...

When Giovanni D'Angelo and Emma Rutledge meet on a wine tour in Tuscany, their shared aspirations for success fuel an undeniable chemistry.As they work together to set up Emma's vineyard and a label...

The Origins of Neoliberalism: Insights from Economics and Philosophy by Giandomenica Becchio and Giovanni Leghissa offers a comprehensive exploration of neoliberalism's development within economic...

The Fallen Race by Kal Spriggs In a desperate bid to survive, Captain Lucius Giovanni and his crew face impossible odds. Their ship, the War Shrike, is heavily damaged, and their chances of personal...

A 16th-century manuscript holds secrets of forbidden love and danger. Rose, a shy book restorer, discovers that it is a palimpsest - a document written over another. Beneath the text lies the secret...

The Facetious Nights of Straparola is a collection of 75 stories compiled by Giovanni Francesco Straparola. Published between 1550 and 1555, it features tales told by guests at a 13-night party in...

Carl Theodor Dreyer's Gertrud: A Film of Enduring Complexity Gertrud, released in 1964, was met with controversy upon its Paris premiere, with critics lambasting its slow pace and wooden acting...

The Maidan Museum: Preserving the Spirit of Maidan Art and Identity. This book explores the relationship between art created during Ukraine's Revolution of Dignity and the mission of the Maidan...

On Dreams and the East: Notes of the 1933 Berlin SeminarThis collection brings together C. G. Jung's landmark seminar on the symbolism of yoga, first presented in Berlin in 1933. The seminar explores...

Giovanni Reale and Dario Antiseri present a comprehensive history of philosophy from Romanticism to modern times. This volume explores the development of philosophical ideas from the Romantic...

Jubilee, a powerful novel by Margaret Walker, chronicles the life of Vyry, a mixed-race child growing up in the antebellum South. Through her own family's oral history and thirty years of research,...

Join Katie as she steps into some of the world's most famous paintings for an exciting art adventure. When the Mona Lisa's smile goes missing, it's up to Katie to help find it again. Along the way,...

Mastro Don Gesualdo by Giovanni Verga is a novel that explores the complexities of social hierarchy in 19th-century Sicily. Born a peasant, the protagonist's rise to wealth and status is marked by...

Travels in Egypt and Nubia is a travel journal that chronicles three journeys made by Giovanni Belzoni between 1815 and 1819. During these expeditions, he describes the magical monuments he...

The body of a man is found hanging in a shipyard, and Commissario Montalbano is called to investigate. Suspicion falls on Giovanni Trincanato, a shady businessman with dubious dealings. As Montalbano...

Blues Poems brings together a diverse range of poets who have been influenced by the blues. This collection features poems that pay tribute to the heart and humor of the music, as well as those that...

The multimedia revolution has brought about a profound shift in human society. As we navigate this new landscape, our understanding of ourselves and the world around us is being reworked. In this...

Giovanni Bauer is a Formula One driver with a reputation for being a bit of a troublemaker. To turn his career around, he needs to clean up his act - and fast. Meanwhile, Maisie Evans is a university...

The Latin Letters of C.S. Lewis is a collection of correspondence between the renowned author and two Catholic clergy members, Fr. Giovanni Calabria and later Fr. Luigi Pedrollo. These letters,...

A proud family's legacy is marked by a bitter encounter with their aristocratic neighbour. Donald Oliver harbours a deep-seated resentment that fuels his ambitions. In contrast, Laura Oliver's life...

Giovanni Gentile's collection of essays and polemics offers a unique insight into the philosophy of fascism. Written over several years prior to its publication in 1925, this work provides a...

Totalitarianism and Philosophy explores the relevance of philosophy to understanding totalitarian regimes. The concept of 'totalitarianism' is questioned, with definitions tested against the idea of...

Alice's life is forever changed when Jem joins her class. The enigmatic and charismatic newcomer seduces Alice with an otherworldly presence, only to vanish as suddenly as she appeared. Five years...

Create beautiful portraits of babies and children with this easy-to-follow guide. Giovanni Civardi's simple 4-step process makes drawing quick and impressive. Using a grid system, you can build up...

Going Back brings together a diverse range of voices and perspectives in a unique anthology. The collection features extracts from notable writers, including Richard Russo, Claire Vaye Watkins,...

Villani's Chronicle: A Collection of Timeless Works This collection brings together some of the most enduring works from the past, offering them at an affordable price in a single volume. With its...

Art and Animals by Giovanni Aloi explores the presence of animals in contemporary art, examining the concepts that inform this emerging practice. From live animal exhibitions to taxidermy and...

Mozart's life and music are a testament to the power of human creativity. This book explores his entire life, from his early days as a composer to his tragic death at just 35 years old.Discover how...

Excellent Cadavers: The Mafia and the Death of the First Italian RepublicThe assassination of two Sicilian prosecutors, Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino, in 1992 was a turning point in Italy's...

The Counter-Reformation Prince explores the anti-Machavellian tradition in sixteenth- and seventeenth-century Europe. This international political literature is crucial for understanding the...

Photochemistry: A Modern Theoretical Perspective by Maurizio Persico and Giovanni Granucci offers an introduction to photochemistry for students with a minimal background in physical chemistry and...

Drawing: A Complete Guide by Giovanni Civardi For those looking to improve their drawing skills, this comprehensive guide provides expert advice on the basics of drawing techniques, including...

Giovanni Botero's Della ragion di Stato is a foundational work in early modern political thought that challenged the prevailing views on morality and politics. In this influential text, Botero...

Pia Giovanni's life is one of secrecy and caution, as she navigates the complex world of the wyrkind. But when she's blackmailed into stealing from a powerful dragon's hoard, her carefully...

The Crocodile is a gripping police procedural novel by Maurizio De Giovanni. In Naples, three young people with diverse backgrounds have been found murdered in different neighborhoods, each shot with...

Discover how some of history's most famous explorers stumbled upon new lands by chance.Explorers Who Got Lost tells the story of Bartolomeu Dias, Vasco Da Gama, Christopher Columbus, John Cabot,...

Figure Drawing: A Complete Guide by Giovanni Civardi is an in-depth guide for anyone interested in figure drawing. This comprehensive resource brings together seven books from the Art of Drawing...

Erik, the Phantom of the Opera, has escaped his past and fled to Italy with his bride Meg. However, the demons that haunt him still linger, causing tension in their relationship. A quarrel leads to...

The Triumph Stag: A Comprehensive Guide for Enthusiasts The Triumph Stag is a unique and stylish grand tourer, combining the smoothness and performance of a V8 with Italian coachwork designed by...

Giovanni Guareschi's Don Camillo's Dilemma offers a unique glimpse into life in 1950s Italy. Set against the backdrop of national elections and social change, this story explores the complexities of...

C.S. Lewis's Latin Letters offers a unique glimpse into the author's devotional side and his thoughts on Christian unity, modern European history, liturgical worship, and general ethical behavior. In...

Giovanni Gentile's The Philosophy of Marx is a foundational work that critiques the failures of Marxist philosophy. Written by one of Italy's most influential thinkers, Gentile argues that Marx's...

A journalist's quest for revenge takes her to a private Caribbean island in this contemporary suspense novel. Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Rafaella Holland discovers that her "real" father is...

Don Camillo and His Flock is the second in a new series of hilarious Don Camillo anthologies. Set against the backdrop of post-war rural Italy, this collection of 215 stories offers a fresh...

Discover a new approach to confidence that goes beyond bravado and delusion. Wise Confidence offers a practical framework for genuine self-belief and inner strength, rooted in integrity and faith in...

Giovanni de' Medici's untimely demise in 1429 sets off a chain reaction in Florence. A lifetime of shrewd investment and strategic alliance had propelled him to the top echelon of Florentine society,...

The second edition of Comparative Constitutional Engineering offers a comprehensive examination of the challenges faced by democratic governments. Giovanni Sartori assesses electoral systems,...

Giovanni Battista Piranesi's Observations on the Letter of Monsieur Mariette With Opinions on Architecture, and a Preface to a New Treatise on the Introduction and Progress of the Fine Arts in Europe...

Giovanni Marrasio's Angelinetum and Other Poems is a rare collection of Latin elegies by a 15th-century Sicilian poet. Marrasio spent his poetic career in Siena, Ferrara, and Palermo, where he was...

Italian Orientalism: Nationhood, Cosmopolitanism and the Cultural Politics of Identity by Fabrizio De Donno explores the legacies of modern European Orientalism in Italy. This interdisciplinary study...

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's life has long been a subject of fascination. In this biography, acclaimed historian Paul Johnson draws upon his expert knowledge and Mozart's own private letters to create a...

Giorgio Agamben's latest work explores the connection between philosophy and comedy through an in-depth examination of Pulcinella, a character from the commedia dell'arte. This study is based on an...

Daphne Caruana Galizia was a formidable journalist who wielded her pen like a razor to expose the truth. For over thirty years, she fought for democracy and minority rights in Malta, never wiling or...

A Short Philosophical Guide to the Fallacies of Love by José A. Díez and Andrea Iacona is a thought-provoking exploration of love that delves into the world of epistemology. This philosophical guide...

Giovanni Verga's stories are evocative portraits of ordinary Italian life, with a particular focus on his native Sicily. Through his original and dynamic prose, he explores timeless human themes such...

Reunites two masterpieces of the Venetian Renaissance after more than four centuries apart. The Three Philosophers by Giorgione and St. Francis in the Desert by Giovanni Bellini are two celebrated...

The Marriage Auction 2: Book Two by Audrey Carlan is a gritty and angsty romance that explores the complexities of love and relationships. In this second installment, a cast of characters with...

Albert Camus' life was cut short in a mysterious car crash in 1960. Giovanni Catelli presents a compelling case that this event was no accident, but rather a premeditated murder. The author's...

Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics is a foundational work in Western philosophy, first written over two millennia ago. In this comprehensive analysis, Giovanni Gellera explores Aristotle's exploration of...

Beautiful Piano Instrumentals by Hal Leonard Corp This collection is a testament to the beauty of instrumental music. Featuring 24 piano solo arrangements and one bonus arrangement with cello part,...

The Shattered Empire by Kal Spriggs Humanity's survival is precarious, thanks to the efforts of Baron Lucius Giovanni. He has secured a temporary reprieve from two alien forces seeking humanity's...

Granta 145 Ghosts is an exploration of time and its lingering presence in our lives. This issue delves into the shadows of past experiences, historical events, and the residual effects they have on...

A Library is a celebration of the magic that happens in libraries, where children can "sail their dreams" and "surf the rainbow". This picture book ode to libraries is for everyone who loves stories,...

The Dark Ages Clan Novel Saga continues with Book 3, set in the turbulent world of vampires following the fall of Constantinople. In this installment, Constancia, high priestess of the Cappadocian...

Intrigue and Infamy by Carol Hedges is set against the backdrop of Victorian London in 1866, a city simmering with discontent. A series of attacks and a vicious letter campaign are unfolding, leaving...

The Theories of the Sign in Classical Antiquity by Giovanni Manetti is a seminal study that revisits Greek and Latin theories of signs from the perspective of classical scholarship and contemporary...

Don Camillo and Don Chichi is the eighth story in this beloved series. In 1966, a group of Hells Angels causes chaos in the village, leading to a generational shift in the traditional rivalry between...

A DNA test can reveal secrets, but what if the truth is more complicated? Paul Giovanni has built a life free from his past, but when his daughter's results are matched to a cold case murder,...

The Elemental Mysteries Complete Series Edition by Elizabeth Hunter is an urban fantasy series that combines history, romance, and the paranormal. A centuries-old manuscript holds secrets that have...

A Compendium of Don Camilo's Spirituality This book presents a concise overview of the spiritual approach of Don Camilo, a larger-than-life priest known for his remarkable physical strength and...

Don Camillo Takes the Devil by the Tail is a bumper volume of hilarious and unearthly tales from the Lower Plain. In this collection, Giovanni Guareschi brings to life the humorous side of everyday...

Three Journeys to Santiago de Compostela is a unique collection of accounts from three pilgrims who walked the Camino in the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries. Hieronymus Münzer's journey began in...

Giovanni Battista Piranesi's drawings are a testament to his remarkable talent as a draftsman. This beautifully illustrated book explores new dimensions of his art, focusing on his pen and chalk...

Gianni Rodari's A Daydreamy Child Takes a Walk is a charming story about a young boy who loses himself in the world around him. With its simple yet effective narrative, this tale reminds us of the...

Galateo Or, The Rules of Polite Behavior is a treatise on polite behavior written by Giovanni Della Casa for his nephew. In this voice of experience, Della Casa shares the distillation of what he has...

Beatrice De Novo thought she had left the supernatural world behind, but when a love from the past returns to her, she's forced to abandon her peaceful life to solve a puzzle that could change the...

The La Serva Padrona Vocal Score by Giovanni Battista Pergolesi is a valuable resource for music enthusiasts and performers. This edition features the original Italian text, making it an ideal choice...

Giuseppe Lombardo Radice was a key figure in Italian pedagogy during the early 20th century. His work had a lasting impact on education, particularly through his collaboration with philosopher...

Taxidermy has recently resurfaced in contemporary art, culture, and interior design. In Speculative Taxidermy, Giovanni Aloi explores the emergence of taxidermy as an artistic medium, tracing its...

The Colossal Statue of Ramesses II By Anna Garnett This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of one of Egypt's most famous artifacts: the colossal statue of Ramesses II. Weighing 7.25 tons,...

Jericho Brown's anthology explores the craft of writing through the experiences and expertise of over 30 acclaimed Black writers. This unique collection delves into the complexities of style,...

Italy has long been a source of inspiration for artists. For centuries, travelers and creatives have drawn upon its rich history and culture to create works of extraordinary beauty. From the 1500s...

Mozart's Operas (A Centennial Book) by Daniel Heartz explores the final decade of Mozart's operatic career, drawing on his expertise in social history, theater, and art. This collection includes six...