“One flesh they are; and one flesh, so I'd guess, Has but one heart, come grief or happiness.”
Book:The Canterbury tales
Quote by Geoffrey Chaucer
Work
The Canterbury tales
Written in the 14th century, this work is a series of tales told by various characters on a pilgrimage to the shrine of St. Thomas Becket in Canterbury. The tales range from humorous to moralistic, reflecting the diverse social and cultural landscape of the 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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