Discussion of the greatest pre-Shakespearean English literary work, in the light of late-Medieval art, thought, and aesthetics. Emphasis on Chaucer's sense of making a book, and his notions of the purpose (and limits) of fictions.
This is a stand-alone independent study designed by the student and faculty sponsor that involves frequent interaction between instructor and student. Qualitative and quantitative enrichment must be evident on the proposed contract before consent is given to undertake the study.