Question

The Renaissance was a period of great intellectual activity. Given an account of the outstanding works of the following writers: Shakespeare

The Renaissance was a period of great intellectual activity. Given an account of the outstanding works of the following writer:

Chaucer

Answer 1

Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Milton:
The English poet, Chaucer (1340-1400) wrote the enjoyable ‘Canterbury Tales’. Shakespeare, the famous English poet and dramatist of the 16th century, through his outstanding contribution had elevated English literature to world status. He was the greatest poet and playwright, England had ever produced. John Milton’s epic-poetry, ‘Paradise Lost’ elevated him to be a distinguished poet in England. His great works gave a great impetus to English literature.