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The Canterbury Tales,New
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Nevill Coghill?s masterly and vivid modern English verse translation with all the vigor and poetry of Chaucer?s fourteenthcentury Middle EnglishA Penguin ClassicIn The Canterbury Tales Chaucer created one of the great touchstones of English literature, a masterly collection of chivalric romances, moral allegories and low farce. A storytelling competition between a group of pilgrims from all walks of life is the occasion for a series of tales that range from the Knight?s account of courtly love and the ebullient Wife of Bath?s Arthurian legend, to the ribald anecdotes of the Miller and the Cook. Rich and diverse, The Canterbury Tales offer us an unrivalled glimpse into the life and mind of medieval England.For more than sixtyfive years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the Englishspeaking world. With more than 1,500 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as uptodate translations by awardwinning translators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of The Canterbury Tales? A: The Canterbury Tales explores various themes such as social class, love, morality, and the human condition through a collection of stories told by pilgrims on their way to Canterbury.
- Q: Who is the author of The Canterbury Tales? A: The Canterbury Tales is authored by Geoffrey Chaucer, a prominent English poet of the 14th century.
- Q: What type of literature is The Canterbury Tales? A: The Canterbury Tales is considered a classic of English literature, encompassing various genres, including chivalric romances, moral allegories, and farcical tales.
- Q: How many pages does The Canterbury Tales have? A: The Canterbury Tales has a total of 504 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition of The Canterbury Tales? A: This edition of The Canterbury Tales was published on February 4, 2003.
- Q: Is this edition of The Canterbury Tales a revised version? A: Yes, this edition is a revised version, providing updated translations and interpretations of Chaucer's work.
- Q: What is the binding type of The Canterbury Tales? A: This edition of The Canterbury Tales is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What makes this translation of The Canterbury Tales special? A: Nevill Coghill’s translation is noted for its vividness and ability to convey the poetry and vigor of Chaucer’s original Middle English text.
- Q: Is The Canterbury Tales suitable for modern readers? A: Yes, this modern English verse translation makes The Canterbury Tales accessible to contemporary readers while retaining the essence of Chaucer's work.
- Q: What is the significance of The Canterbury Tales in English literature? A: The Canterbury Tales is significant as it is one of the earliest works that provide insight into the life and mindset of medieval England, influencing countless writers and poets.