The Canterbury Tales

Canterbury Tales is not merely a series of stories by Chaucer; it contains several criticisms he has regarding the actions of the Catholic Church. Give 3 examples of the pilgrims who fall short of their vows or commitments to the Church. Explain your an

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I think much of Chaucer’s work is meant to shine a light on the corruption of the church at the time. Written during a tumultuous period of Christianity, The Canterbury Tales examines the debasement of Christianity under the Catholic Church. From that sense, it could be viewed as religious.