Chaucer's Translation of Boethius's "De Consolatione Philosophiae"
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"Chaucer's Translation of The Escape of Philosophy" Boethius is an important work of medieval literature that combines philosophical thoughts and poetic creation. In this book, the author depicts a dialogue between philosophy personified by a woman who consoles a prisoner and Chaucer himself. This work is full of profound wisdom, where questions of will, fate and free will are considered.Furthermore, The Flight of Philosophy reflects Chaucer's aesthetic taste as a poet and translator, embodying not only the author's philosophical ideas, but also his poetic abilities. This book is a magisterial work that remains relevant and exciting for readers of all times."
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- Name of the Author
- Boethius
- Language
- English
- Release date
- 2013-02-12
- Title
- Chaucer's Translation of Boethius's "De Consolatione Philosophiae"
De consolatione philosophiae. English - Translator
- Geoffrey Chaucer
- Subject
- B
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Philosophy and religion - Editor
- Richard Morris
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