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Record Number: 12709 Author(s)/Creator(s): Migiel , Marilyn. Contributor(s): Title: Encrypted Messages: Men, Women, and Figurative Language in "Decameron" 5.4 [The author argues that the deeper message of the story concerns the consolidation of male power and the upholding of patriarchal values.] Source: Philological Quarterly 77, 1 (Winter 1998): Pages 1 - 13. Description: Article Type: Journal Article Subject (See Also): Boccaccio, Giovanni, Author- Decameron V, IV Language Literature- Prose Man Man Relationships Metaphor, Literary Device Patriarchy in Literature Power Sexuality in Literature Women in Literature Award Note: Geographic Area: Italy Century: 14 Primary Evidence: Illustrations: Table: Abstract: Related Resources: Author's Affiliation: Conference Info: - , - Year of Publication: 1998. Language: English ISSN/ISBN: 00317977

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