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Works of Geoffrey Chaucer: The Knight's Tale

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From: Monarch Notes
Date: 19630101
Author:Chaucer, Geoffrey

Chaucer, Geoffrey
Monarch Notes
01-01-1963
The Knight's Tale

Introduction:

The Knight's Tale is a romance of chivalry. Romantic story is customarily
set in a faraway place and usually deals with extraordinary persons involved
in strange or unrealistics events. "Chivalry," which comes from a French word
for "horse," is a term for the entire set of customs and principles, and the
code of honor connected with knighthood. It implied gentility, courage, and
integrity. Even today the word "chivalrous" suggests the actions of a man who
is decent, loyal, and brave in his behavior towards women. The ...

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