A Preface to Chaucer: Studies in Medieval Perspective

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Main Details

Title A Preface to Chaucer: Studies in Medieval Perspective
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Durant Waite Robertson
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:632
Dimensions(mm): Height 235,Width 152
Category/GenreLiterary studies - classical, early and medieval
Literary studies - poetry and poets
ISBN/Barcode 9780691648552
ClassificationsDewey:821.1
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 19 April 2016
Publication Country United States

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