Chaucer and Boccaccio

Antiquity and Modernity

Autori

• R. Edwards

Parametri

• 205 pagine
• 8 ore di lettura

• Arte / Cultura
• Sulla letteratura

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Set in the late Middle Ages, this study explores how Chaucer developed two imaginative realms—antiquity and late-medieval modernity—that shape our understanding of selfhood and social structures. Through an analysis of Chaucer's engagement with Boccaccio's works, the author reveals the influence of these classical and contemporary sources on Chaucer's portrayal of his culture. This examination offers insights into Chaucer's critique and understanding of late medieval society, highlighting his role in the evolution of literary and cultural thought.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2001

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