Knight's Tale: In its original form and with a modern translation

When an eclectic group of pilgrims take turns telling tales while on the road to Canterbury Cathedral, the Knight tells the tale of Arcite and Palamon, two young aristocrats from Thebes who are captured in battle by Theseus.

When the captives spy the beautiful maiden Emily from their prison window, they immediately fall in love and become rivals.This special edition of The Knights Tale, one of the most memorable tales from Chaucers The Canterbury Tales, includes The General Prologue, as well as original Middle English and modern translated versions of this timeless text.HarperCollins brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms.

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