Chaucer and the Canterbury Tales: A Short Introduction 1st Edition 9780631225621

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 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.