"The Official Life of Chaucer" is a book written by the scholar and literary critic James R. Halbert, which reveals to the reader the unique details and circumstances of the life of the eminent English poet and writer Geoffrey Chaucer. The author explores not only the biographical facts about Chaucer, but also his influence on the literature and culture of his time. The book reveals the complex interrelationships between Chaucer's life and his work, helping the reader to better understand the depth of his creative output. This is a must-read for all fans of English literature and those who wish to immerse themselves in the world of one of the greatest poetic figures of the Middle Ages.