Chaucer's Humor

Chaucer's Humor

Hardback (22 May 2010)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Chaucer's Humor by Louis Cazmian is a book that explores the comedic elements found within the works of Geoffrey Chaucer, a medieval poet and author. The book delves into Chaucer's use of satire, irony, and wit in his writing, analyzing how these techniques were utilized to create humorous and entertaining stories. The author provides a detailed analysis of Chaucer's major works, including The Canterbury Tales, Troilus and Criseyde, and The House of Fame, highlighting the various ways in which humor was incorporated into each. Cazmian also examines the historical and cultural context in which Chaucer wrote, shedding light on how his humor was shaped by the society in which he lived. Overall, Chaucer's Humor offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the comedic genius of one of the most important writers in English literature.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Development Of English Humor V1, by Louis Cazmian. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419128159.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781161568448
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 38
Weight: 231g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 6mm