Publisher's Synopsis
The Palace of Pleasure, Volume 2 is a collection of Elizabethan versions of Italian and French novels, compiled by William Painter and originally published in 1566. This edition, published in 1890, includes stories from authors such as Boccaccio, Bandello, Cinthio, Straparola, and Queen Margaret of Navarre. The book features tales of love, adventure, and intrigue, set in exotic locations and featuring a diverse cast of characters. The stories are presented in a lively and engaging style, with vivid descriptions and colorful language that capture the spirit of the Elizabethan era. This book is a fascinating glimpse into the literary tastes and interests of Renaissance England, and a testament to the enduring appeal of classic tales of romance and adventure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
