Description
Unlock the rich tapestry of love woven into Geoffrey Chaucer's masterpiece with 'The Logic of Love in the Canterbury Tales.' This groundbreaking 2022 publication from the University of Toronto Press delves deep into Chaucer's inventive use of late medieval logic to frame love as an 'insoluble' enigma. In a world where philosophers grappled with the complexities of truth in the fourteenth century, Chaucer's perspective encourages readers to embrace love without judgment. Author Manish Sharma meticulously analyzes each prologue and tale, offering detailed readings that challenge prevailing scholarly interpretations. This book not only revitalizes our understanding of Chaucer's narrative brilliance but also critiques contemporary approaches, such as deconstruction, psychoanalysis, and gender theory, through the lens of love and charity. By blending medieval philosophy with modern ethical discourse, 'The Logic of Love in the Canterbury Tales' serves as an essential resource for anyone exploring the interplay of love, ethics, and literature. Discover how Chaucer's timeless insights into love can illuminate contemporary thought, making this a must-read for students, scholars, and lovers of classic literature alike.