The Canterbury Tales

Name: The Canterbury Tales
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9789362145277
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By Geoffrey Chaucer and Wonder House Books

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Experience the timeless charm and wit of Geoffrey Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales in this exquisite Deluxe Hardbound Edition—a true collector's treasure that brings the rich tapestry of medieval England to life. Revered as one of the greatest works in English literature, The Canterbury Tales takes you... Read More

Format: Hardback

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Description

Experience the timeless charm and wit of Geoffrey Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales in this exquisite Deluxe Hardbound Edition—a true collector's treasure that brings the rich tapestry of medieval England to life. Revered as one of the greatest works in English literature, The Canterbury Tales takes you on a journey through the stories, voices, and lives of pilgrims travelling to the shrine of Thomas Becket in Canterbury.

A timeless journey where humour, morality, and adventure meet!

Explore 24 captivating stories, each offering a unique window into human nature.
Engage with tales that mix faith, folly, and the everyday struggles of ordinary people.
Explore themes of love, betrayal, morality, and redemption, told through vivid characters.
A collector's edition for those who appreciate the fusion of classic literature and timeless design.
Immerse yourself in a classic that has shaped English literature for centuries.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9789362145277

Publisher: Prakash Books India Private Limited

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 January 2025

Country: India

Imprint: Wonder House Books

Edition: Deluxe Hardbound Edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 50.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 590g

Pages: 544

Collections

Classic Fiction Fiction General Fiction Geoffrey Chaucer Literary Fiction Penguin Books Wonder House Books

About the Author

Geoffrey Chaucer (c. 1343- 1400) was an English poet, philosopher, and diplomat, often called the " Father of English literature." Renowned for The Canterbury Tales, Chaucer's work was groundbreaking in its use of the English vernacular. His storytelling and poetic skills immortalized him as a pivotal figure in medieval literature, bridging the oral tradition and the written word.