The Canterbury Tales (Oxford World's Classics)
by Geoffrey Chaucer
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Author: Geoffrey ChaucerTranslator: David Wright
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-05-15
ISBN: 0199535620
Number of pages: 412
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
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Book Review: A great read made greater by Wright's translation
Summary: 5 Stars
Before I get to the meat of the review, a note: if you're interested in reading The Canterbury Tales, I can't emphasize enough how wonderful the David Wright translation is (it's in the Oxford World's Classics version). Modernized but accurate, understandable but poetic, Wright balances a love of the language with a firm desire to tell the tales, and the result really allows you to savor the tales easily. As for the tales themselves - what could I possibly add? From the opening lines of prologue - which gives about as sprawling and detailed a glimpse into medieval life as you'll ever get - to a closing note written by an older (and somewhat more penitent) Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales are a marvelous set of stories. With tales ranging from dueling lovers to divided farts, from the lives of saints to hot pokers in asses, The Canterbury Tales show that there was a far greater richness, humor, and even baseness to life than we often get from history books. But none of that would matter if the tales and characters weren't as rich and wonderful as they are. The comedies are hilarious, the tragedies moving - but it all comes back to those pilgrims, a group whose richness lingers long after you finish the story. I really love this translation, and I wish it could get more recognition, as I think people would really enjoy reading the tales; whether you're an English major or just a reader, they're really a lot of fun.
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