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Title: Chaucer for Children: A Golden Key

Note: Illustrated by the editor.

Note: Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

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Summary: "Chaucer for Children: A Golden Key" by Mrs. H.R. Haweis is a children's adaptation of the works of Geoffrey Chaucer, written in the late 19th century. This engaging retelling serves as an introduction to Chaucer's stories, translating the essence of his medieval tales into a format that is accessible and enjoyable for younger readers. The adaptation likely focuses on the themes of love, virtue, and moral lessons, highlighting diverse characters from Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales." The opening of the work sets the stage for this exploration by introducing Geoffrey Chaucer as a pivotal figure in English literature, noted as "the Father of English Poetry." It describes the world in which he lived, emphasizing the vast differences from modern life, including clothing, meals, and the basic comforts people enjoyed. Haweis animates Chaucer's character, explaining his journey through time, his literary contributions, and the social customs of the 14th century that influence his tales. This introduction not only prepares young readers for the stories to follow but also paints a vivid picture of Chaucer's life and the rich tapestry of medieval society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Chaucer, Geoffrey, 1343?-1400

Editor: Haweis, Mary Eliza Joy, 1852-1898

EBook No.: 43984

Published: Oct 20, 2013

Downloads: 610

Language: English

Subject: Chaucer, Geoffrey, -1400 -- Adaptations

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Chaucer for Children: A Golden Key

Note: Illustrated by the editor.

Note: Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive.)

Summary: "Chaucer for Children: A Golden Key" by Mrs. H.R. Haweis is a children's adaptation of the works of Geoffrey Chaucer, written in the late 19th century. This engaging retelling serves as an introduction to Chaucer's stories, translating the essence of his medieval tales into a format that is accessible and enjoyable for younger readers. The adaptation likely focuses on the themes of love, virtue, and moral lessons, highlighting diverse characters from Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales." The opening of the work sets the stage for this exploration by introducing Geoffrey Chaucer as a pivotal figure in English literature, noted as "the Father of English Poetry." It describes the world in which he lived, emphasizing the vast differences from modern life, including clothing, meals, and the basic comforts people enjoyed. Haweis animates Chaucer's character, explaining his journey through time, his literary contributions, and the social customs of the 14th century that influence his tales. This introduction not only prepares young readers for the stories to follow but also paints a vivid picture of Chaucer's life and the rich tapestry of medieval society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Chaucer, Geoffrey, 1343?-1400

Editor: Haweis, Mary Eliza Joy, 1852-1898

EBook No.: 43984

Published: Oct 20, 2013

Downloads: 610

Language: English

Subject: Chaucer, Geoffrey, -1400 -- Adaptations

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.