THE AGE OF CHAUCER (1350-1400)

THE AGE OF CHAUCER (1350-1400)Historical Background- The fourteenth century is a remarkable period in England. It is known for two great movements. First is Political which sees the growth of the national spirit following the victories of a hundred years of war. A wave of patriotic enthusiasm swept away the jealousy and mutual distrust among people. Also, the French language lost its official position and English became the whole nation's...

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Literature: its Features and Periods

The word Literature is derived from the Latin "litteraturae" meaning "writing". "Literature" is commonly used since the eighteenth century to designate fictional and imaginative writings (poetry, prose, fiction, and drama). In expanded use, it designates that works have some essential qualities such as Artistic,  Universality, Emotion, Imagination, and Permanence.Characteristics of literature:-Artistic- It is a significant quality of all literature. All art is an expression of life in the form of truth and beauty. Which remain unnoticed...

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