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Chaucer and His Readers
Imagining the Author in Late-Medieval England
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Exploring the fifteenth century's literary landscape, the author challenges the notion of it being a "Drab Age" by highlighting the influential role of Chaucer as a foundational figure in English poetry. Through an examination of various poets, scribes, and printers, the text reveals how Chaucer was constructed as a revered "poet laureate." It delves into the complexities of his imitators and readers, showcasing characters from his works who embody themes of subjugation and innocence. The analysis spans poetry from Lydgate to Skelton, emphasizing the socio-political contexts of the time.
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Chaucer and His Readers, Seth Lerer
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- 1996
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- Title
- Chaucer and His Readers
- Subtitle
- Imagining the Author in Late-Medieval England
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Seth Lerer
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Released
- 1996
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 326
- ISBN13
- 9780691029238
- Category
- About Literature, Maps and Travel
- Description
- Exploring the fifteenth century's literary landscape, the author challenges the notion of it being a "Drab Age" by highlighting the influential role of Chaucer as a foundational figure in English poetry. Through an examination of various poets, scribes, and printers, the text reveals how Chaucer was constructed as a revered "poet laureate." It delves into the complexities of his imitators and readers, showcasing characters from his works who embody themes of subjugation and innocence. The analysis spans poetry from Lydgate to Skelton, emphasizing the socio-political contexts of the time.