Quick Facts About Geoffrey Chaucer
- Born
- November 30, 1342
- Died
- October 25, 1400
- Nationality
- Kingdom of England
- Profession
- Linguist
- Notable works
- The Canterbury Tales
- Known for
- The Canterbury Tales, The House of Fame, The Book of the Duchess, The Romaunt of the Rose, The Legend of Good Women
- Spouse
- Philippa Roet
About Geoffrey Chaucer
Geoffrey Chaucer was an English poet, writer and civil servant best known for The Canterbury Tales. He has been called the 'father of English literature', or alternatively, the 'father of English poetry'. He was the first writer to be buried in what has since become Poets' Corner in Westminster Abbey.
Biography source:
Wikipedia
