English Language and Literature ETDs

Publication Date

1-10-1952

Abstract

This thesis proposes to examine how, according to Chaucer, human lives seem to be directed and how individuals in their thoughts and deeds reach toward this direction. Through this examination of Chaucer's characters, the thesis hopes to help in an understanding and appreciation of the Canterbury Tales. It is clear that Chaucer made fairly consistent use of a system of cause and effect explained by Boethius and others, and an examination of the Tales in relation to that system enriches their meaning and adds to one's appreciation of Chaucer as an artist.

Degree Name

English

Level of Degree

Masters

Department Name

English

First Committee Member (Chair)

William Price Albrecht

Second Committee Member

Thomas Matthews Pearce

Third Committee Member

Cecil Vivian Wicker

Language

English

Document Type

Thesis

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