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1789148634 pdf A new critical biography of medieval Englands most famous poet. For over six centuries, Chaucer has epitomized poetic greatness, though more recent treatments of The Canterbury Tales lively and often risqu style have made his name more synonymous with bawdy humor. But beyond his poetic achievements, Chaucer assumed various roles including those of royal attendant, soldier, customs official, justice of the peace, and more. In this book, Mary Flannery chronicles Chaucers life during one of the most turbulent periods of English history, illuminating how he came to be known not only as the father of English poetry but also as Englands merry bard.