While on the long pilgrimage the shrine of Saint Thomas Becket at Canterbury Cathedral, a group of travelers wager among themselves as to who could tell the best story. And thus begins "The Canterbury Tales" with each pilgrim spinning their yarn for the group, at times rich and eloquent, at times raucous and bawdy, but always with a sharp satirical tone and a clever roll of wit.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the tale of Mr. Pembroke, a wealthy landowner who, despite having a daughter, yearns for a son to carry on his family name. During a hunting trip in Wales, he chances upon an abandoned child and decides to raise him as his own, naming him Henry. However, Mr. Pembroke keeps the truth of Henry's origins a secret from his wife, fearing her reaction. The author explores themes of family, identity, and the complexities of human relationships within the context of 18th-century English society. The book delves into the emotional struggles of Mr. Pembroke as he navigates the challenges of maintaining his secret, while also examining the impact of Mrs. Pembroke's pride and jealousy on the family dynamic. Through its engaging narrative and insightful characters, this book offers a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of love, loyalty, and the sacrifices we make for those we hold dear. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334276279_0
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