Name: The Canterbury Tales: Fully Annotated Edition
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Author: Geoffrey Chaucer
ISBN: 9781847497413

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The Canterbury Tales: Fully Annotated Edition

Type

Physical Book

Author

Geoffrey Chaucer

Publisher

Alma Books

Year

2018

Language

English

Pages

608

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

19.6 x 12.7 x 4.1 cm

Weight

0.48 kg.

ISBN13

9781847497413

Edition No.

Synopsis "The Canterbury Tales: Fully Annotated Edition"

Assembling at the Tabard Inn in Southwark, twenty-nine pilgrims begin their journey to Canterbury Cathedral. To entertain themselves on their long road, their host suggests that they regale each other with stories, with the teller of the best tale set to earn a free supper. The pilgrims correspond to all sections of medieval society, from the crusading knight to the drunken cook, and their tales span a range of genres, including the comic ribaldry and deception of The Miller's Tale' and the story of chivalry and courtly romance told by the Franklin. Unfinished at the time of his death, The Canterbury Tales are here presented in their original Middle-English. This edition contains a wealth of material and over 3,000 notes which will help all students of Chaucer's masterpiece.

Geoffrey Chaucer

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Geoffrey Chaucer (c. 1343-1400) was an English writer, poet, and civil servant, known for being the author of The Canterbury Tales, one of the most important works of medieval English literature. He was born in London and had a diverse life, working as a public official, diplomat, and court member. His most notable work, The Canterbury Tales, is a collection of stories told by a group of pilgrims on their journey to the tomb of Saint Thomas Becket. Chaucer is considered the "father of English literature" for his innovative use of vernacular English instead of Latin or French, making his work accessible to a broader audience. His legacy endures in the richness of his characters and the depth of his social critique.

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