The Canterbury Tales and Other Poems - Geoffrey Chaucer

A diverse group of pilgrims traveling to Canterbury each share vivid stories that reveal their personalities, morals, and flaws. Through humor, satire, and realism, the tales explore themes of love, greed, faith, and social class in medieval life. Chaucer’s sharp wit and human insight bring to life a panoramic portrait of English society. The collection stands as a landmark of early English literature, blending entertainment with timeless moral reflection.