Author: Chaucer, Geoffrey
Synopsis:
In "The Canterbury Tales, and Other Poems," Geoffrey Chaucer takes readers on a captivating journey through medieval England, where a diverse group of pilgrims embarks on a pilgrimage to the shrine of Saint Thomas Becket. As they travel together, each pilgrim tells a unique and enthralling story, ranging from romance and comedy to tragedy and morality. Through these tales, Chaucer offers a vivid portrayal of the social, cultural, and religious aspects of medieval society, while also exploring timeless themes of love, honor, deceit, and redemption.
Genres:
Medieval literature, poetry, storytelling
Themes:
Social class, love and desire, morality, religious devotion, human nature
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