A review by micholas
The Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer

adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

It’s a real pleasure to have been shared a joke from across so many years. Pretty much liked all of the stories but Chaucer is at his best when he’s giving free rein to viciousness and vulgarity. Read a translation; anxious to try again in Middle English.