30 Great Myths about Chaucer

[b]The facts and fictions that continue to shape our understanding of Chaucer and his place in literary tradition[/b] Is Chaucer the father of English literature? The first English poet? Was he a feminist? A political opportunist? A spy? Is Chaucer’s language too difficult for modern readers? [i]30 Great Myths about Chaucer[/i] explores the widely held ideas and opinions about the medieval poet, discussing how ‘myths’ have influenced Chaucer’s reception history and interpretations of his poetry through the centuries. This unique text offers original insights on the character of Chaucer, the nature of his works, the myths that inform our conceptions of Chaucer, and the und…