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The Book of the Duchess (Hesperus Classics)
The Book of the Duchess - Hesperus Classics
Author: Geoffrey Chaucer
The earliest of Chaucer?s major works, this charming and absorbing dream-poem is traditionally read as an allegorical elegy for Blanche of Lancaster, John of Gaunt?s first wife. A sleepless poet lies in his bed, reading the legend of Ceyx and Alcyone, wishing that he might be granted rest. He finally falls asleep, only to have a beautiful vision...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781843911579
ISBN-10: 1843911574
Publication Date: 10/28/2007
Pages: 200
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Publisher: Hesperus Press
Book Type: Paperback
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