Professor Marion Turner looks at Chaucer's legacy and the changes in societal perception of Chaucer. She also looks at online resources to help the beginner study Chaucer. In this concluding episode Professor Marion Turner provides a comprehens

Chaucer 5 - The Language of Chaucer

Feb 8th, 2024 16m 34s

Professor Marion Turner delves into Geoffrey Chaucer's language and writing style. Chaucer championed a vernacular English form of writing, a departure from the prevalent use of Latin or French in poetry and the law. In this illuminating episod

Chaucer 4 - The Wife of Bath's Prologue and Tale

Feb 8th, 2024 27m 36s

Professor Marion Turner introduces one of the most famous and intricate tales from Chaucer's Canterbury Tales – "The Wife of Bath." In this key episode on the works of Geoffrey Chaucer, Professor Marion Turner masterfully introduces one of the

Chaucer 3 - The Miller’s Tale

Feb 8th, 2024 24m 28s

Professor Marion Turner introduces the ribald and humorous world of one of the Canterbury Tales' most famous stories – "The Miller's Tale." In this engaging episode of "Chaucer for Beginners," Professor Marion Turner immerses listeners in the r

Chaucer 2 - An Introduction to the Canterbury Tales

Feb 8th, 2024 23m 38s

Professor Marion Turner provides an in-depth exploration of Geoffrey Chaucer's classic work, the Canterbury Tales. In the captivating second episode of the podcast series, "Chaucer for Beginners,” Professor Marion Turner provides an in-depth ex

Chaucer 1 - An Introduction to the life and times of Geoffrey Chaucer

Feb 8th, 2024 25m 4s

In the introductory episode of "Chaucer for Beginners,” expert Professor Marion Turner introduces the life of writer Geoffrey Chaucer, shedding light on his background and life in 14th century England. In the first episode of this compelling po

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