Author

Giambattista Basile

Giambattista Basile (1566–1632) was an Italian poet, courtier, and fairy tale collector from Naples. He is best known for "Stories from the Pentamerone," a collection of fairy tales that influenced later writers like the Brothers Grimm. Basile's credibility stems from his extensive work in Neapolitan dialect literature and his role in the cultural life of 17th-century Italy. Another notable work includes "Lo cunto de li cunti," which serves as the original title for "Stories from the Pentamerone."