Geoffrey Chaucer

Geoffrey Chaucer

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About the Author

Geoffrey Chaucer, often hailed as the Father of English Literature, was a medieval English poet, courtier, and diplomat born around 1343 in London. Serving under three kings—Edward III, Richard II, and Henry IV—he drew from his diverse experiences in diplomacy, military service, and civil administration to infuse his writings with vivid social commentary and human insight. Chaucer's innovative use of Middle English elevated the vernacular tongue, making literature accessible beyond Latin and French elites. His masterpiece, The Canterbury Tales (Penguin Classics), a collection of stories told by pilgrims en route to Canterbury, masterfully satirizes fourteenth-century society, blending humor, romance, and morality. Despite his death in 1400, Chaucer's influence endures, shaping the evolution of English poetry and narrative tradition for centuries.

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witty narrative satirical

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