{"product_id":"9789355205063","title":"The Canterbury Tales","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a classic literature anthology composed of twenty-four interconnected tales told by a diverse group of travelers gathered at an inn, framed by a pilgrimage to a sacred stop along the road. Written in Middle English between 1387 and 1400, the collection blends philosophy, romance, adventure, and social observation. It speaks to adults and students of literature, history enthusiasts, and curious readers who enjoy character-driven storytelling. The tone is witty, insightful, and adventurous, inviting readers to weigh ideas about faith, fate, and human nature through a chorus of distinct voices.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe stories unfold within a lively frame narrative that brings together voices from many walks of medieval life. Each tale shifts mood—from sly humor to earnest reflection—while offering vivid scenes, sharp social commentary, and moral nuance. The reading journey feels like moving from inn to road, meeting new characters and ideas at every turn, with language and imagery that linger long after the pages are closed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor learners and fans of classic literature, the collection provides a rich window into themes of ethics, belief, love, social class, and everyday virtue and folly. It invites readers to compare viewpoints across voices, uncovering how storytelling can illuminate culture, values, and the complexities of the human experience in a historical setting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwenty-four tales with distinct voices and viewpoints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame narrative of a pilgrims’ journey that reveals medieval life and manners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix of satire, romance, moral reflection, and adventurous storytelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVivid character sketches that illuminate social roles and belief systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessible exploration of language, narrative technique, and cultural context\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders finish with a broader sense of medieval society, a renewed appreciation for early English storytelling, and a curiosity to explore how diverse voices shape a shared journey. The collection invites careful reading, invites discussion, and leaves a lasting impression about the power of narrative to illuminate timeless human questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540707684569,"sku":"BK0495127","price":257.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/61IKDYDqvjL._SL1500.jpg?v=1776663540","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9789355205063","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}