Geoffrey Chaucer and the English language | The Beauty of Books
An exploration of an early manuscript of 'The Canterbury Tales' and Chaucer's important decision to write in English.
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Clip Info
- Clip length: 4'53''
- Broadcast year: 2011
Curriculum Connection
- English Literature | Poetry | Geoffrey Chaucer | Overview
Access
Licence: ERA Licence required
Usage
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
Content
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Four
- Programme: The Beauty of Books
- Episode: Medieval Masterpieces
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