Chaucer's Boece (1886)

Chaucer's Boece is a book that was published in 1886 and is a translation of Boethius' The Consolation of Philosophy. The book is a Middle English translation of the original Latin work and was completed by Geoffrey Chaucer in the late 14th century. The Consolation of Philosophy is a philosophical treatise that was written by Boethius while he was imprisoned and awaiting execution. In the book, Boethius explores the nature of happiness, the problem of evil, and the relationship between free will and divine providence. Chaucer's translation of the work is considered a masterpiece of Middle English literature and is notable for its poetic language and vivid imagery. The book has been praised for its ability to convey complex philosophical ideas in a way that is accessible and engaging to readers. Overall, Chaucer's Boece is a significant work of literature that continues to be studied and appreciated by scholars and readers alike.Englished From Anicii Manlii Severini Boetii Philosophiae Consolationis, Book 5. Also Contains Chaucer¿¿¿¿¿¿¿s Boece Englished From Boethius¿¿¿¿¿¿¿s De Consolatione Philosophiae.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.