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Nicknamed the Father of English Poetry, Geoffrey Chaucer has long inspired great writers, including Shakespeare. He continues to connect with contemporary audiences through his surprisingly modern depections of human behavior. Articles, such as those on emotion, memory, men, and women, explore how well he knew what made his characters tick. Distinguished scholars writing for readers from high school on up clarify Chaucer's literary devices, language, versification, cultural contexts, and other hurdles to understanding in over 2,000 entries.--"Reference that rocks," American Libraries, May 2005.
This reference work investigates the life, literary contributions, and cultural context of Geoffrey Chaucer to provide a comprehensive understanding of his enduring influence on English literature. Douglas Gray, a distinguished scholar, compiles contributions from various experts to analyze Chaucer's technical mastery, including his use of language and versification. The text serves as a bridge between medieval scholarship and modern readers, offering clarity on the thematic and structural elements that define Chaucer's body of work.
What You Will Find
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Experts and librarians frequently cite this volume as a foundational resource for students and scholars alike due to its accessibility and breadth. Readers often note the academic density of the prose, which remains approachable for those ranging from high school students to university researchers.
Page Count:
526
Publication Date:
2003-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191727350
ISBN-13:
9780191727351
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