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Edward III, Richard II, and Henry IV
Well he survived the plage
the answer is what roles has galazara held durind his lifetime!
No, Chaucer did not smoke tobacco. It was not grown in Europe during his lifetime. It was introduced by Sir Walter Raleigh during Queen Elizabeth's time.
Geoffrey Chaucer's mother was Agnes Copton. There is a good chance that Chaucer grew up bilingual (French / English). The main language of administration was in the process of shifting from Norman French to English in Chaucer's own lifetime, and this may be a main reason why there is so much French influence in Chaucer's own writing.
Geoffrey Chaucer's mother was Agnes Copton. There is a good chance that Chaucer grew up bilingual (French / English). The main language of administration was in the process of shifting from Norman French to English in Chaucer's own lifetime, and this may be a main reason why there is so much French influence in Chaucer's own writing.
It is unknown what primary and secondary schools he attended. We only know that he studied Law in London, England in one of the so-called Inns of Court, namely the "Inner Temple".
Geoffrey Chaucer's diverse job titles suggest that he was a versatile and multi-talented individual who was able to succeed in various roles. This may indicate that he had a broad range of interests and skills, which likely influenced the breadth and depth of his literary work.
Edward III, Richard II, and Henry IV ruled England.
Geoffrey Chaucer's mother was Agnes Copton. There is a good chance that Chaucer grew up bilingual (French / English). The main language of administration was in the process of shifting from Norman French to English in Chaucer's own lifetime, and this may be a main reason why there is so much French influence in Chaucer's own writing.
Literally "To life or fault", this is a Latin phrase used in Scottish law. It indicates that a position is to be held as a lifetime appointment unless misconduct occurs.
Chaucer received a gallon of wine every day for his entire life as part of his position as Clerk of the King's Works.