Twenty-nine assorted pilgrims en route to the
shrine of St. Thomas a Beckett decide to share a quartet of stories
each on their weary way in this undisputed classic of English
literature. Carefully edited and produced for younger readers as
part of the Puffin
Classics library, this child friendly version of The Canterbury
Tales makes a viable addition to any avid reader's
bookshelf, as well as a good introduction to the historic
masterpiece for older children. Written by Geoffrey Chaucer in
the 14th century, these tales, often ribald, usually thoughtful and
frequently hilarious, reflect a cross-section of society at that
time, from the illustrious knight to the lowly plowman.