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   Who wrote the Canterbury Tales?

   • The Canterbury Tales, frame story by Geoffrey Chaucer, written in Middle English in 1387–1400. The framing device for the collection of stories is a pilgrimage to the shrine of Thomas Becket in Canterbury, Kent. The 30 pilgrims who undertake the journey gather at the Tabard Inn in Southwark, across the Thames from London.

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   • From a general summary to chapter summaries to explanations of famous quotes, the SparkNotes The Canterbury Tales Study Guide has everything you need to ace quizzes, tests, and essays.

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   Why do Pilgrims tell their stories in the Canterbury Tales?

   • In The Canterbury Tales, a group of pilgrims traveling to Canterbury Cathedral compete in a storytelling contest. This overarching plot, or frame, provides a reason for the pilgrims to tell their stories, which reflect the concerns sparked by the social upheavals of late medieval England.

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   Why is the Canterbury Tales important?

   • The Canterbury Tales remains a significant work in English literature, celebrated for its investigation of human nature, its social commentary, and its influence on the development of the English language. Its portrayal of the complexities of human behavior and the rich tapestry of medieval society continues to captivate readers and scholars alike.

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   Jun 6, 2024 · Introduction. Geoffrey Chaucer’s "The Canterbury Tales" is a seminal work in English literature, offering a vivid portrayal of medieval society through its diverse cast of characters. Among these characters, the Wife of Bath stands out as one of the most memorable and complex figures.

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   Jun 1, 2024 · Roughly seventy-five years after Chaucer's death, The Canterbury Tales was selected by William Caxton to be one of the first books to be printed in England. English [edit] Chaucer is sometimes considered the source of the English vernacular tradition.

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   Jun 16, 2024 · Tuesday 09 - Saturday 13 July 2024. ADC Theatre. Click here to book your tickets! We spoke to the creatives working on BAWDS' 'Canterbury Tales' to find out more about the show!

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   Jun 20, 2024 · Summoner. feared, pompous, disgusting, liar; Chaucer- judging him, mocking. Pardoner. con artist, takes advantage of the poor, yellow hair, sings greedy; Chaucer- strongly mocked for hypocrisy. Character descriptions Learn with flashcards, games, and more — for free.

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   Jun 20, 2024 · The Canterbury tales : the new Ellesmere Chaucer facsimile (of Huntington Library MS EL 26 C 9) / by Geoffrey Chaucer ; edited by Daniel Woodward and Martin Stevens. Alternative Title [Canterbury tales]

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   4 days ago · A group of pilgrims in The Canterbury Tales tell stories to each other. One of them — the bawdy, smart, confident Wife of Bath — tells us exactly what she thinks about marriage — and men.