Chaucer's Translation of Boethius's De Consolatione Philosophiae

Chaucer's Translation of Boethius's De Consolatione Philosophiae is a book that contains a translation of De Consolatione Philosophiae, a philosophical work by Boethius, done by Geoffrey Chaucer. The book is a medieval text that was written in the 14th century and is considered to be one of Chaucer's greatest works. The text is a dialogue between Boethius and Lady Philosophy, where Boethius laments his fate and Lady Philosophy comforts him by explaining the nature of happiness, fortune, and free will. The book is an important work of medieval literature and philosophy, and it provides insights into the intellectual and cultural life of the Middle Ages. The translation by Chaucer is considered to be a masterpiece of medieval English literature, and it is a testament to his skill as a translator and his deep understanding of philosophy. Overall, Chaucer's Translation of Boethius's De Consolatione Philosophiae is a valuable resource for anyone interested in medieval literature, philosophy, or the history of ideas.1868. Boethius, notable Roman philosopher, statesman, and translator, wrote his famous Consolation of Philosophy behind bars, awaiting sentence for defending an alleged conspirator. Shortly after the work was completed, Boethius was found guilty of the treason charge for which he'd been imprisoned, and was promptly executed.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.