The Decameron · Character

Fiammetta

A quick-witted noblewoman among the ten storytellers, she turns passion into argument, urging women to grant their favors with judgment rather than let fortune choose for them.

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Also known as Madonna Fiammetta

First appearance: Day the First

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Mentioned as one of the seven ladies in the storytelling company.

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Religious Hypocrisy
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Storytellers of the Frame
Marital Deception

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Proem
Mentioned as one of the seven ladies in the storytelling company.
The Decameron
A member of the brigata who often tells tales of love and passion.
Day the First
Another of the seven ladies present during the first day.
Day the First Introduction
One of the seven ladies who gather in Santa Maria Novella.
The Fifth Story
Narrator of the story, chosen by the queen to follow the ordinance.
The Sixth Story
Previous storyteller whose tale was commended.
The Tenth Story
Present among the company during the storytelling and evening festivities.
The Fifth Story
The storyteller of this tale, one of the brigata, who narrates Andreuccio's misadventures.
Day the Third
Member of the brigata, shares a story during the day.
Day the Third Introduction
Present in the company during the day's events.
The Tenth Story
Sings with Dioneo about Messer Guglielmo and the Lady of Vergiu.
Day the Fourth Introduction
The first storyteller of the day, chosen by Filostrato to begin the tales.
The Tenth Story
Chosen as the new queen for the following day, she sets the theme of happy outcomes after misfortunes.
Day the Fifth
Queen of the day, sets the theme of love overcoming adversity.
Day the Fifth Introduction
Governs as queen for the fifth day, leading the company from dawn through the day's pleasures.
Day the Sixth
Fiammetta is present and participates in the day's storytelling.
Day the Sixth Introduction
Fiammetta is present as one of the ladies in the company, though she does not speak in this excerpt.
The Fifth Story
The queen who requested Pamfilo to tell the story.
The Sixth Story
Narrates the story of Michele Scalza at the queen's command.
Day the Seventh
Member of the brigata, participates in storytelling.
The Fifth Story
Narrator of the story, who introduces the tale with a defense of wives against unjust jealousy.
The Tenth Story
Sings with Dioneo after the story concludes.
Day the Eighth
One of the brigata, known for her eloquent storytelling.
The Eighth Story
The storyteller of this tale, who offers a lighter story to soothe the ladies after a previous harsh tale.
Day the Ninth
A storyteller among the company, contributing to the day's narratives.
Day the Tenth
One of the storytellers on the final day.
Day the Tenth Introduction
Walks alongside Pamfilo and Filomena during the morning diversion.
The Sixth Story
Narrator of the story, chosen by the king to resolve the debate among the ladies.
The Seventh Story
Previously told a story about King Charles; her story is commended.
The Tenth Story
Sings a song about love and jealousy after the story ends.
Conclusion of the Author
Implied as part of the audience; the author addresses 'charming ladies' collectively.

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