The Canterbury Tales (Modern Library)
In The Canterbury Tales, Geoffrey Chaucer weaves a tapestry of medieval life through the stories of pilgrims journeying to Canterbury. From noble knights to cunning millers, each tale reveals the follies and virtues of humanity in vibrant, enduring prose. A cornerstone of English literature, it captures the essence of an era with humor and insight.
About This Book
The Canterbury Tales is a collection of stories told by a group of pilgrims as they travel together from London to Canterbury Cathedral. Written in the late 14th century, it showcases Geoffrey Chaucer's mastery of Middle English and his keen observation of human nature.
The work features a variety of tales ranging from chivalric romances to bawdy fabliaux, reflecting the social classes and customs of medieval England. Chaucer's narrative frame unites the diverse stories, highlighting themes of morality, love, and society.
This Modern Library edition presents the tales in a format that makes Chaucer's influential poetry approachable for contemporary readers, preserving the original's linguistic richness and cultural significance.
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