Marguerite, Queen, consort of Henry II, King of Navarre
The Tales of the Heptameron, Vol. 5 (of 5)
London : $b The Society of English Bibliophilists, $c 1894
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heptam%C3%A9ron
"The Tales of the Heptameron, Vol. 5 (of 5)" by Marguerite is a collection of fictional stories written in the early 16th century. This volume continues the tradition of storytelling that emphasizes the interactions and deceptions between men and women, infused with themes of love, honor, and societal commentaries on morality. It is a work that captures the complexities of relationships in a historical context while reflecting on the timeless nature of human behavior. The opening of this volume sets the stage for a series of narratives revolving around moral lessons and the intricacies of love and betrayal. The initial tales involve characters such as the Duke of Urbino, who cruelly punishes a maiden for her role in carrying messages of love, and an apothecary's servant who exacts his revenge on an advocate through a vivid prank. The Prologues introduce each day of storytelling with reflections on virtue and deception, illustrating the juxtaposition of human emotions against societal expectations, and engaging the readers in the exploration of moral and ethical dilemmas faced by the characters. As the characters navigate their desires and the consequences of their actions, the dialogues highlight the interplay between love, deception, and the quest for personal gain. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Love stories, French -- Translations into English
Tales -- France -- Translations into English
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