This book is a classic collection of tales by Geoffrey Chaucer, one of the most celebrated English poets and writers of the medieval period. The tales, set against the backdrop of a pilgrimage to Canterbury, provide a rich panorama of characters and stories, from the ribald and bawdy to the deeply moralistic and reflective. The book also includes a learned essay on Chaucer's language and style, as well as extensive notes and a glossary. With its...