The History of English Podcast Episode 128: The Canterbury Tellers
Aug 23, 2019
Explore the diverse characters in Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, their regional differences and social hierarchies. Analyze the knight's noble qualities and reputation. Discover the evolution of the word 'very' and Chaucer's use of language to convey social status. Uncover the influence of French loanwords and the rise of the middle class in London. Discuss the connections between the Parson, the Plowman, and the influence of Piers Plowman on their characters.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Descriptions of the Pilgrims and the Knight
03:08 • 5min
Exploring the Meaning Behind Chaucer's Description of the Knight
07:50 • 3min
The Evolution of 'Very'
10:38 • 5min
Chaucer's Use of Language
16:07 • 17min
Sound changes in words and the role of a Franklin
32:58 • 2min
Origins of the Word Frank and the Emergence of the Middle Class in London
34:51 • 3min
The Parson, the Plowman, and Piers Plowman
37:33 • 22min