-The Canterbury Tales*

W 1974 Geoffery Chaucer, Franklin Library Edition 

Notes

The Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer is a seminal work of English literature, written in the late 14th century. It is a collection of stories told by a group of pilgrims traveling to the shrine of Saint Thomas Becket in Canterbury. Each pilgrim comes from a different background and tells a tale reflecting their personality, status, and worldview.

The tales range from comedic and bawdy to moral and philosophical, covering themes such as love, betrayal, religion, and social class. Notable stories include The Knight’s Tale, The Miller’s Tale, The Wife of Bath’s Tale, and The Pardoner’s Tale. Chaucer's use of varied voices and storytelling styles offers a rich panorama of medieval life, while his insightful character portraits and social critiques give the work enduring relevance.

Description 

Brown leather bound edition with gold embossed detailing on spine, front, and back cover as well as gold embossed lettering on the spine. Gold fore edge with orange silk bookmark and four raised bands. Pristine Franklin Library Edition with colorful illustrations throughout.