Literary Techniques Used In 'The Franklin's Tale'

Since our holy trip’s end is near, I must announce the winner of my contest. As a quick reminder to all, the winner shall receive a free meal from me, Harry Bailey, host of the Tabard Inn. I have carefully mulled over the different tales and have determined a winner based on certain criteria. The winning tale had an interesting plot, with well-rounded characters who demonstrated some form of development. Further, our lucky traveler displayed his inborn gift for storytelling by using effective literary techniques in presenting his tale. Above all though, the winning tale possessed a significant moral, and or, thematic, purpose. As such, I hereby proclaim the “Franklin’s Tale” to be the best story of all. Let us reflect on what makes the “Franklin’s Tale” the most considerable of the Canterbury Tales. The “Franklin’s tale” begins by introducing the setting subtly and the relationship between the two main characters directly. The tale is sent in an earlier time period in Breton instead of contemporary England, thus allowing for additional literary devices. The characters appear to

Meeting with the grief-stricken Dorigen, Aurelius exclaims that, “Madam, tell your lord that because I see his courtesy to you is so great that he rather endure shame… then have you break your promise to me… I prefer to suffer eternal sorrow rather than come between you two” (Chaucer, 302). Having witnessed Arveragus’s generosity and steadfastness in making sure his wife sticks to her word, Aurelius can do no less than reciprocate. Portraying two themes at once, this tale notes the importance, and potential gain from keeping promises, while also depicting the nearly infectious nature of generosity. In fact, upon learning of Arveragus’s and Aurelius’s decisions, the cleric absolves Aurelius of his debt, further signifying the multiplicative force of generosity and of giving one’s word (Chaucer,