The nineteenth-century American poet, Emily Dickinson, is best known for her short, cynical lyrics riddled with death and her personal reclusion from the outside world and even her family. Of course, as a recluse, Dickinson never married or had any significant romantic relationships, often wearing w...

Chaucer's motley crew of pilgrims offered a vast deal of insight into life during the 14th century. Many aspects of society were revealed throughout the tales of the many characters. One such aspect prevalent in many of the tales was the role that women played in society during this time. The ...

The Prioress and Grisilde: A Medieval Parody How does medieval society view women? Or more importantly how does Chaucer view women in his society and what does he think about society's views? By examining the way Chaucer portrays women in his tales, perhaps we can get a better understanding...