A Story of Athens: Chaucer's Critique of Classical Ideals in the 'Knight's Tale'

Author / Editor
Curtis, Carl Clifford.

Title
A Story of Athens: Chaucer's Critique of Classical Ideals in the 'Knight's Tale'

Published
Dissertation Abstracts International 47 (1987): 3753A.

Description
In KnT, the medieval view of the deficiencies of classical ideals is demonstrated through the tacit presence of Christianity. In its light, the ancient order breaks down; thus, KnT fills a significant place in CT as Christian pilgrimage.

Chaucer Subjects
Knight and His Tale.