CHAUCER'S WORKS VOLUME 5 — NOTES TO THE CANTERBURY TALES

The notes in this volume are designed to help readers understand the context language and references in the Canterbury Tales. They typically include explanations of medieval customs historical references and linguistic notes that are crucial for a comprehensive understanding of Chaucer's work. The Canterbury Tales is a collection of stories written in Middle English that offers a vivid portrayal of 14th-century English society through a diverse group of characters who share their tales while on a pilgrimage to Canterbury. Chaucer's work is celebrated for its rich characterization social commentary and use of vernacular language.