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Work

The Canterbury Tales of Chaucer: With an Essay on His Language and Versification, an Introductory Discourse, Notes, and a Glossary by Tho. Tyrwhitt

The Canterbury Tales of Chaucer is a collection of stories told by a group of pilgrims traveling to Canterbury. This scholarly edition, edited by Tho. Tyrwhitt, offers an in-depth analysis of Chaucer's language and poetic techniques. It includes an introductory discourse that provides historical context and critical insights. The book is further enhanced with detailed notes and a glossary to aid readers in understanding the text's language and cultural references. more

Author

Geoffrey Chaucer
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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