“For oute of olde feldys, as men sey, Comyth al this newe corn from yer to yere; And out of olde bokis, in good fey, Comyth al this newe science that men lere.”
Quote by Geoffrey Chaucer
Work
The Poetical Works of Geoffrey Chaucer: To which are Appended Poems Attributed to Chaucer
This collected edition brings together the body of poetic works attributed to Geoffrey Chaucer, the seminal figure of Middle English literature whose contributions helped establish English as a literary language. The volume contains Chaucer's recognized compositions alongside additional poems bearing his name, acknowledging the complex question of attribution that surrounds certain works from this historical period. Chaucer, often referred to as the Father of English Literature, composed works that represented a significant development in English poetry during the fourteenth century. This edition presents readers with the opportunity to explore the full scope of poetry linked to Chaucer, including both securely attributed works and those whose authorship has been debated by scholars over time. more
Author
Geoffrey Chaucer
Geoffrey Chaucer was an English poet, writer, and philosopher, renowned for his seminal work 'The Canterbury Tales'. Born in 1343, Chaucer lived through the transition from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance, serving in various roles such as a courtier, diplomat, and civil servant. His writings reflect the social and cultural shifts of his era. more
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