The Canterbury Tales and Other Poems

EAN : 9791041996278

CHAUCER GEOFFREY

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EAN : 9791041996278

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041996278
Réf. éditeur : 342402
Date Parution : 6 avr. 2024
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 108
Format : H:220 mm L:170 mm E:6 mm
Poids : 182gr

Résumé

Résumé : "The Canterbury Tales and Other Poems" is a collection of literary works by Geoffrey Chaucer, one of the most important figures in English literature. Compiled in the late 14th century, Chaucer's masterpiece, "The Canterbury Tales," stands as the centerpiece of this collection. "The Canterbury Tales" is a series of stories told by a diverse group of pilgrims traveling to the shrine of Thomas Becket in Canterbury Cathedral. Each pilgrim tells a tale that reflects their social status, personality, and worldview, offering readers a panoramic view of medieval English society. In addition to "The Canterbury Tales," Chaucer's collection includes a variety of other poems and shorter works. These range from love poems and moral allegories to dream visions and philosophical treatises, showcasing Chaucer's versatility as a poet and storyteller. Chaucer's writing is characterized by its vivid characterization, keen social observation, and mastery of poetic form. His use of Middle English vernacular, combined with rich imagery and humor, makes his work accessible and engaging for modern readers.
Biographie : Geoffrey Chaucer (c. 1340s - 25 Octr 1400) was an English poet, author, and civil servant best known for The Canterbury Tales. He has been called the father of English literature, or, alternatively, the father of English poetry. He was the first writer to be buried in what has since come to be called Poets' Corner, in Westminster Abbey. Chaucer also gained fame as a philosopher and astronomer, composing the scientific A Treatise on the Astrolabe for his 10-year-old son Lewis. He maintained a career in the civil service as a bureaucrat, courtier, diplomat, and member of parliament.