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416. The Canterbury Tales (Part 4)

The Rest Is History

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Chaucer's Legacy and Family Connections

This chapter explores Geoffrey Chaucer's familial ties to notable historical figures and the implications of his great-great grandson, John de la Pole's, claim to the throne. It further examines Chaucer's lasting influence on English literature and his esteemed recognition, culminating in his burial at Westminster Abbey.

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