Chaucer Canterbury Tales

by John C. Hirsh

Book Overview

This concise and lively survey introduces students with no prior knowledge to Chaucer, and particularly to The Canterbury Tales. Provides essential facts about Chaucer, as well as a framework for thinking about his poetry. Encourages an engaged reading of The Canterbury Tales. Introduces students to the historical and religious background needed to understand the contexts in which Chaucer wrote.

Provides essential facts...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0631225625
• ISBN13: 9780631225621
• Release Date: August 2002
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.2"