The Orient in Chaucer and Medieval Romance
(Part of the Studies in Medieval Romance Series)
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The idea of the Orient is a major motif in Chaucer and medieval romance, and this new study reveals much about its use and significance, setting the literature in its historical context and thereby offering fresh new readings of a number of texts. The author begins by looking at Chaucer's and Gower's treatment of the legend of Constance, as told by the Man of Law, demonstrating that Chaucer's addition of a pattern of mercantile details highlights...
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0859917959
ISBN13:9780859917957
Release Date:November 2003
Publisher:Boydell & Brewer
Length:170 Pages
Weight:1.12 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 6.4" x 9.8"
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