The Wife of Bath's Tale
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This adaptation addresses themes of gender roles, power dynamics, and societal norms of the Middle Ages. It includes nuanced depictions of relationships and moral dilemmas reflective of the period. Readers are encouraged to approach the text with consideration of its historical and cultural context.
Reading Levels
Total Words
10074
Unique Words
1916
Reading Ease
The Wife of Bath's Tale
About the Author
Geoffrey Chaucer (1340–1400) is often hailed as the "Father of English Literature." Renowned for his groundbreaking work, The Canterbury Tales, Chaucer masterfully combined humor, insight, and social commentary to depict the complexities of human nature. His works remain a cornerstone of English literary tradition, offering timeless reflections on society and the human experience.
Story Overview
Dive into the rich world of Geoffrey Chaucer's The Wife of Bath's Prologue and Tale with our leveled reading adaptation. Part of The Canterbury Tales, this captivating narrative explores themes of love, power, and gender dynamics through the perspective of the bold and witty Wife of Bath. Her prologue offers insights into her life, experiences, and unique perspective on marriage, while her tale presents a thought-provoking story of transformation and justice. This adaptation brings Chaucer's timeless work to life, making it accessible and engaging for readers of all levels.
The Power of Passage Markers
Synchronized Materials
Each text is broken down into numbered passages, synchronized across all versions, enabling every student to follow along in class discussions, regardless of the reading level they are using.
Passage numbers are available in the web reader and in the margins of our paperback copies.
A Multimedia Reading Experience
Combine Print & Digital
The author's original words are always just a tap away. Easily reference the original language of any one of our leveled readers by visiting our web application and jumping to the corresponding passage.