The Canterbury Tales

• Date de parution : 29/10/2009
• Editeur : Penguin Group Us
• EAN : 9781101663769
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• Support : Livre numérique

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• Thème : Non attribué
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Lively, absorbing, often outrageously funny, Chaucer';s The Canterbury Tales is a work of genius, an undisputed classic that has held a special appeal for each generation of readers. The Tales gathers twenty-nine of literature';s most enduring (and endearing) characters in a vivid group portrait... Voir plus

Lively, absorbing, often outrageously funny, Chaucer';s The Canterbury Tales is a work of genius, an undisputed classic that has held a special appeal for each generation of readers. The Tales gathers twenty-nine of literature';s most enduring (and endearing) characters in a vivid group portrait that captures the full spectrum of medieval society, from the exalted Knight to the humble Plowman.
This new edition includes a comprehensive introduction that summarizes some of the most important historical events and movements that defined the world of Chaucer and his pilgrims; two additional tales (Reeve';s and Shipman';s); introductions for each tale designed to prepare the reader for a better understanding and enjoyment of the tale; newly written and conveniently placed explanatory notes; and a new, more easily understood system for learning to pronounce Chaucerian Middle English.
From the Paperback edition.