The Canterbury Tales (Middle English Edition)

Brand: Modern Library

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$18.57 - $51.02
UPC:
9780679601258
Binding:
Hardcover
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Publication Date:
11/15/1994
Release Date:
11/15/1994
Author:
Geoffrey Chaucer
Language:
english
Edition:
Middle Eng
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Product Overview

Lively, absorbing, often outrageously funny, Chaucers The Canterbury Tales is a work of genius, an undisputed classic that has held a special appeal for each generation of readers. The Tales gathers twenty-nine of literatures most enduring (and endearing) characters in a vivid group portrait that captures the full spectrum of medieval society, from the exalted Knight to the humble Plowman.

This new edition includes a comprehensive introduction that summarizes some of the most important historical events and movements that defined the world of Chaucer and his pilgrims; two additional tales (Reeves and Shipmans); introductions for each tale designed to prepare the reader for a better understanding and enjoyment of the tale; newly written and conveniently placed explanatory notes; and a new, more easily understood system for learning to pronounce Chaucerian Middle English.


From the Paperback edition.