Lot #273: Vintage Book - Chaucer's Major Poetry (1963) edited by Albert C. Baugh

This is a comprehensive anthology of Geoffrey Chaucer's works, often valued for academic use or collecting. Geoffrey Chaucer (1343 – 1400) was a legendary medieval English poet, writer, and civil servant. Widely considered the "father of English literature," he is most famous for writing The Canterbury Tales. Before his time, serious literature in England was written in Latin or French. Chaucer revolutionized history by writing his masterpieces in Middle English, proving it was a beautiful language for high poetry. Writing was actually his side hobby. He made his living serving three successive kings as a courtier, diplomat, and customs officer. His Ultimate Legacy: He was the very first poet buried in Westminster Abbey. His final resting place established what is now world-famous as Poets' Corner. Hardcover book. Note: some wear from age and use. Dimensions: Approximately 7 x 10 inches. Pickup category timeslot {A}