Astronomical Lore in Chaucer by Florence M. Grimm

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Author Grimm, Florence M. (Florence Marie)
LoC No. 19027204
Title Astronomical Lore in Chaucer
Contents Astronomy in the Middle Ages -- Chaucer's scientific knowledge -- Chaucer's cosmology -- Chaucer's astronomy -- Astrological lore in Chaucer -- Appendix.
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Summary "Astronomical Lore in Chaucer" by Florence M. Grimm is a scholarly publication written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the significance of astronomical and astrological concepts within the poetry of Geoffrey Chaucer, illustrating how the medieval understanding of the cosmos influenced Chaucer's writings. It explores the intertwining of human life and celestial phenomena from a time when astrology played a pivotal role in shaping perceptions of fate and moral outcomes. The opening of the manuscript sets the stage by establishing the importance of astronomy during the Middle Ages, emphasizing Chaucer's integration of celestial references into his poetry. It explains how the geocentric view, where the Earth was considered the center of the universe, shaped not only scientific thought but also spiritual and moral frameworks of the period. The text highlights astronomical practices of the time, including the reliance on celestial observations for daily activities and the pervasive belief in the influence of planetary positions on human affairs, which would later serve as a foundation for understanding Chaucer's astrological allusions throughout his body of work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Chaucer, Geoffrey, -1400 -- Knowledge -- Astronomy
Subject Astronomy, Medieval, in literature
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EBook-No. 37711
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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