Cambridge Companion to The Canterbury Tales

The Canterbury Tales by Chaucer is celebrated for its literary and thematic diversity, exploring courtly love, scatology, piety, impiety, chivalry, and pacifism. This Companion provides a lively introduction to the poem's richness and wonder, engaging with its critical histories and issues of gender, sexuality, class, and language.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 10 September 2020
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Chaucer's renowned masterpiece, The Canterbury Tales, stands as a testament to its unparalleled richness and diversity, encompassing a wide array of literary genres and thematic explorations. From the whimsical fabliaux and captivating romances to the profound sermons and hagiographies, the Tales offer a tapestry of literary styles and subjects. Within this intricate tapestry, Chaucer delves into profound themes such as courtly love, scatology, piety, impiety, chivalry, pacifism, fidelity, and adultery. This Companion serves as an invaluable guide for students embarking on their journey into Chaucer's world, providing a lively introduction to the poem's remarkable diversity, depth, and wonder. For readers returning to the Tales, this Companion offers a fresh and engaging perspective, delving into the intricate critical histories of each individual tale, influenced by recent critical approaches that emphasize gender, sexuality, class, and language. By exploring these critical dimensions, readers gain a deeper understanding of Chaucer's intricate artistry and the enduring relevance of his work in contemporary society.

Weight: 426g
Dimension: 152 x 228 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781316632437