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In writing the Confessio Amantis, John Gower pioneered the use of English as a literary language. Commissioned by King Richard II, it is a compendium of stories held together by a frame narrative in which they serve as examples given to a lover by his confessor. In this volume,... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview

Explore selections from John Gower's monumental work, the 'Confessio Amantis'. This Middle English poem, completed in the late 14th century, offers a rich tapestry of tales exploring the themes of love, morality, and the human condition. Gower's verse provides a fascinating... Read Full Overview

Selections from The Confessio Amantis is a book by John Gower, a 14th-century English poet. The Confessio Amantis is a long poem in Middle English that tells the story of a man who confesses his sins to a priest. The priest responds with stories and advice that teach the man... Read Full Overview

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