Why are the Canterbury Tales worth reading?

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Today we talk about one of my favorite works and one of the best things ever written: the Canterbury Tales. In this video I attempt to demonstrate why this is considered a great work, and what makes it so special. Enjoy!
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:20 - What are the Canterbury Tales?
04:41 - The First Fragment
07:40 - Chaucer's sense of humor
13:09 - Chaucer's skill as a poet
15:52 - What is it all about?
17:54 - Book editions I recommend

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