11. The Scottish Chaucerians Flashcards
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Speak about Scottish Chaucerians.
Formed a hundred years later after Chaucer’s death in 1400. They were different in style, tone, topics than the contemporary ones.
Speak about King James I.
Got inspired by English writing in prison.
His works: “Kingis Quair” (The King’s Book), owes a lot to Chaucer. Its verse form gets popular and called “rhyme-royal”, even though it existed before and was used by Chaucer.
Who’s the author of “Kingis Quair”? What does it mean? What’s its verse form?
In other words, “The King’s Book”;
Written by King James I;
Its verse form gets popular and is named “rhyme-royal” even though it existed before and was used by Chaucer;
What’s the dominant language to the North?
The dominant language of Celts, living to the North, is Gaelic.
What’s the earliest Scottish text in English? What is it about?
It was about the celebration of the hero, Robert the Bruce. The work “The Bruce” was written by John Barbour. It celebrates Scottish nationalism.
Who was known for misogyny towards Chaucer’s female character? Does he express any sympathy?
Henryson. He shows sympathy towards animals.
What’s special about Henryson’s works?
As in Chaucer, he leaves the reader to judge.
What values were dominant during the Renaissance period?
Protestant and Humanist values.
