Presents the work of Chaucer in the perspective of the European philosophical, humanistic, and poetic developments of his age. The Latin philosophical background includes consideration of the Augustinian ideal of Christian humanism and the traditions of speculation on Divine Providence. Considers the French poetic tradition and multilingual poetic traditions supporting the generic diversity of The Canterbury Tales.
Code
CL3023
Name
CHAUCER AND MEDIEVAL CULTURE
Credits
4
Pre-requisites
None
Co-requisites
None
Can be taken twice for credit?
No
Discipline
CL (Comparative Literature)
Level
Undergraduate
Type
Regular
CAMS ID
4426
Last update with CAMS
Students will learn about the specificities of late medieval textual composition and transmission.
Students will learn how to conduct research and write within the discipline of medieval studies.
Students will acquire basic reading ability in Middle English and learn about the history of the English language.
Students will improve their reading, interpretation, and critical thinking skills as they pertain to medieval genres.