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Geoffrey Chaucer and Dante Alighieri

This lecture explores interesting parallels in the work and thought of two literary geniuses. Contemplate the range of Dante and Chaucer’s writings, highlighting Dante’s Divine Comedy and Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, and observe how the two authors employed a literary strategy that allowed them to speak about every level and aspect of society.

English
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Created May 9, 2023 by
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  • Modified May 9, 2023 by
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