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100 1 _aCoulton, G. G.
_q(George Gordon),
_d1858-1947
245 1 0 _aChaucer and His England
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2011-08-31
508 _aProduced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.)
520 _a"Chaucer and His England" by G. G. Coulton is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work serves as an informal commentary on the life and times of Geoffrey Chaucer, aiming to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the poet's context and contributions. It delves into the intricacies of medieval society and the pivotal events in Chaucer's life, exploring how these elements influenced his writings. The opening of the book sets the stage by highlighting the dynamic nature of the 14th century in England, which was a time of significant change and development. It discusses the socio-political landscape during Chaucer's lifetime, suggesting that this was an era rich in opportunity for a poet of his caliber. The text reflects on England's gradual shift towards a more unified national identity and legal system, emphasizing the importance of vernacular languages, which culminated in Chaucer's choice to write in English. Through poetic references and evocative prose, the opening effectively captures the essence of the England that shaped Chaucer, while also hinting at the complexities of his character and the broader cultural shifts underway during his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEngland -- Intellectual life -- 1066-1485
653 _aEngland -- Social life and customs -- 1066-1485
653 _aChaucer, Geoffrey, -1400 -- Homes and haunts -- England
653 _aPoets, English -- Middle English, 1100-1500 -- Homes and haunts -- England
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37277
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