Chaucer'S Canterbury Tales

Chaucer's Canterbury Tales is a playful, accessible retelling of the medieval classic, brought to life in witty comic-strip panels. In this paperback edition, Marcia Williams invites readers of all ages to travel back to medieval England and meet Chaucer and his band of Canterbury pilgrims—the Knight, the Miller, the Reeve, the Wife of Bath, the Summoner, the Clerk, the Franklin, the Pardoner, and the Nun's Priest. A fun, educational introduction to one of Britain's greatest literary legacies, this book is perfect for curious readers, graphic-story lovers, and anyone looking to dip a toe into timeless storytelling. Chaucer's Canterbury Tales is written as approachable, panel-driven stories, keeping the characters lively while lightening the language with humor. The nine tales unfold through Marcia Williams' trademark comic-strip art, making the stories feel fresh and accessible. The structure follows the pilgrims on their journey, inviting readers to glimpse medieval life, social satire, and timeless wit without getting bogged down in the original prose. Nine beloved Chaucer tales retold in humorous comic-strip format Vivid, witty illustrations by Marcia Williams bring Chaucer's pilgrims to life Characters include the Knight, the Miller, the Reeve, the Wife of Bath, the Summoner, the Clerk, the Franklin, the Pardoner, and the Nun's Priest Accessible, engaging introduction to the Canterbury Tales for readers of all ages Perfect for fans of graphic storytelling and classic literature alike After finishing Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, readers gain a clearer feel for Chaucer's world, the humor and humanity of the pilgrims, and the enduring power of a great literary journey. This paperback offers a warm, confidence-building bridge to timeless storytelling, leaving readers inspired to explore more of Britain's literary legacy.