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Sebastian Sobecki has uncovered connections between Geoffrey Chaucer, John Gower, and other influential figures from Southwark in the late 14th century that provide insight into the inspiration and context for The Canterbury Tales. Sobecki found that Chaucer and Gower knew each other prior to references in their works, as evidenced by a 1378 document where Chaucer gave power of attorney to Gower. Sobecki also linked Chaucer to Bishop William of Wykeham and Lord Cobham of Winchester through Southwark residen

Author

Carlos Dominguez

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