The education of the medieval squire 1625 views

Author

Fletcher, Thomas Cussons, Department of English, University of Virginia

Abstract

Describes the training and education of a typical aspirant to knighthood of the late fourteenth or early fifteenth century. Uses Chaucer's references to squires in the 'Tales' as well as additional material from the contemporary romances and prose works.

Degree

MA (Master of Arts)

Keywords

medieval squire; Chaucer; late fourteenth century; early fifteenth century; knighthood

Language

English

Rights

All rights reserved (no additional license for public reuse)

Issued Date

1950-01-01

Persistent Link

https://doi.org/10.18130/V3DP5T

Suggested Citation

Fletcher, Thomas Cussons. The education of the medieval squire. University of Virginia, Department of English, MA (Master of Arts), 1950-01-01, https://doi.org/10.18130/V3DP5T.