English poet and author of The Canterbury Tales, considered the father of English literature who transformed vernacular poetry in the 14th century.
Italian Masters of Narrative
formative influencesThe Italian poets and storytellers who revolutionized Chaucer's approach to vernacular literature and narrative structure.
Classical Foundation Stones
The ancient Latin texts that provided Chaucer with mythological stories, poetic techniques, and classical authority for his vernacular works.
Medieval Wisdom and Authority
The philosophical, religious, and allegorical texts that shaped medieval intellectual life and informed Chaucer's worldview.
Books About: Geoffrey Chaucer
Biographies, critical studies, and retrospectives.