Early Italian Love Stories

This anthology presents a selection of medieval and early Renaissance Italian stories dealing with themes of love, romance, and chivalry. Written by authors such as Giovanni Boccaccio, Ludovico Ariosto, and Matteo Maria Boiardo, these tales offer a glimpse into the values and beliefs of their time, as well as the literary traditions that influenced later writers. The book includes introduction, notes, and a glossary.

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