Chaucer's Canterbury Tales; The Prologue And The Man Of Law's Tale (1896) - Alfred John Wyatt - Bog

Chaucer's Canterbury Tales; The Prologue And The Man Of Law's Tale (1896) is a book that offers a unique insight into the works of one of the most celebrated poets in English literature, Geoffrey Chaucer. The book, written by Alfred John Wyatt, contains two of Chaucer's most famous works, The Prologue and The Man of Law's Tale, both of which are considered to be masterpieces of medieval literature.The Prologue is the introductory section of Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, in which the poet introduces the characters who will be telling their stories throughout the book. In this section, Chaucer provides a vivid description of each character, their social status, and their personality traits. The Prologue is a fascinating glimpse into the lives of people from different walks of life in medieval England, from the noble Knight to the humble Miller.The Man of Law's Tale is one of the most famous stories in the Canterbury Tales. It tells the story of a Syrian noblewoman named Constance who is persecuted by her own family and forced to flee to England. The tale is a powerful commentary on the themes of faith, justice, and mercy, and is considered to be one of Chaucer's finest works.Overall, Chaucer's Canterbury Tales; The Prologue And The Man Of Law's Tale (1896) is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval literature and the works of Geoffrey Chaucer. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval England and the lives of its people, and is a testament to Chaucer's skill as a poet and storyteller.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.