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A Preface to Chaucer: Studies in Medieval Perspective
Hardback
Main Details
Title |
A Preface to Chaucer: Studies in Medieval Perspective
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Durant Waite Robertson
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Physical Properties |
Format:Hardback | Pages:632 | Dimensions(mm): Height 235,Width 152 |
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Category/Genre | Literary studies - classical, early and medieval Literary studies - poetry and poets |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780691648552
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Classifications | Dewey:821.1 |
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Audience | Tertiary Education (US: College) | Professional & Vocational | |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Princeton University Press
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Imprint |
Princeton University Press
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Publication Date |
19 April 2016 |
Publication Country |
United States
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Description
What were the medieval stylistic, aesthetic, and literary conventions that Chancer drew upon and knew that his audience would understand? In this rich study Mr. Robertson has included 118 illustrations-of medieval sculpture, cathedral interiors, illuminated manuscripts, paintings, ornamental devices and decorations-to show how these conventions aff
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