Name: The Legend of Good Women: In a Modern English Version by Simon Webb
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Author: Geoffrey Chaucer
ISBN: 9781838385781

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The Legend of Good Women: In a Modern English Version by Simon Webb

Type

Physical Book

Author

Geoffrey Chaucer

Simon Webb

Publisher

Langley Press

Language

English

Pages

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

21.6 x 14.0 x 0.5 cm

Weight

0.12 kg.

ISBN13

9781838385781

Synopsis "The Legend of Good Women: In a Modern English Version by Simon Webb"

Chaucer's Legend of Good Women re-tells the stories of some of the most fascinating women in history and mythology, including Cleopatra, Medea and Dido, Queen of Carthage. This edition includes Simon Webb's highly accessible prose translation, and an introduction which examines how this neglected work has been rediscovered as a key text for understanding the medieval view of women.

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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