Zaffetta" sets the stage for Angela's story, using a first-person narrator who argues that contrary to popular belief, renowned poet Pietro Aretino did not author the earlier work "La Puttana Errante." Instead, the narrator claims the inspiration and credit belong to him. He reveals that Angela, referred to as "Zaffetta," has recently suffered a misfortune referred to as the "Trentuno," signaling a punishment inflicted upon her by a betrayed lover. As the tale unfolds, Angela's extravagant lifestyle and unchaste behavior create a lively atmosphere filled with engaging anecdotes, rich descriptions, and reflective commentary on the nature of desire and betrayal. (This is an automatically generated summary.)