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The Selected Canterbury Tales: A New Verse Translation,New
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A Truly Remarkable Achievement.' Barry Unsworth In The Tradition Of Seamus Heaneys Beowulf And Marie Borroffs Sir Gawain And The Green Knight, Sheila Fishers The Selected Canterbury Tales Is A Vivid, Lively, And Readable Translation Of The Most Famous Work Of Englands Premier Medieval Poet. Preserving Chaucers Rhyme And Meter, Fisher Makes These Tales Accessible To A Contemporary Ear While Inviting Readers To The Middle English Original On Facing Pages. Her Informative Introduction Highlights Chaucers Artistic Originality In His Memorable Portrayals Of Surprisingly Modern Women And Men From Across The Spectrum Of Medieval Society.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the primary theme of The Selected Canterbury Tales? A: The Selected Canterbury Tales explores themes of love, morality, and social criticism through the diverse stories of characters from various social classes, reflecting the complexities of medieval society.
- Q: Who is the author of The Selected Canterbury Tales? A: The author of The Selected Canterbury Tales is Geoffrey Chaucer, one of the most significant figures in English literature.
- Q: How does Sheila Fisher's translation differ from other versions? A: Sheila Fisher's translation preserves Chaucer's rhyme and meter while making the tales accessible to contemporary readers, allowing for a better understanding of the text's original poetic form.
- Q: Is this edition of The Selected Canterbury Tales suitable for academic use? A: Yes, this edition is suitable for academic use, as it provides facing pages of the Middle English original alongside the modern translation, along with an informative introduction.
- Q: How many pages does The Selected Canterbury Tales have? A: The Selected Canterbury Tales contains 800 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was The Selected Canterbury Tales published? A: The Selected Canterbury Tales was published on April 9, 2012.
- Q: What is the item condition of The Selected Canterbury Tales? A: The item condition of The Selected Canterbury Tales is new.
- Q: Can this book be read by someone unfamiliar with Chaucer's work? A: Yes, this book is designed to be accessible for readers unfamiliar with Chaucer's work, thanks to its modern translation and contextual introduction.
- Q: Does this edition include illustrations or additional content? A: The description does not mention any illustrations or additional content beyond the translation and introduction, focusing on the text itself.