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A tale of mistaken identity: Scholars clear up some Chaucer references

Two scholars have made new conclusions about a sermon from the late 12th century, which reframes some confusing references, made by the 14th century English poet Geoffrey Chaucer.

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Christopher Intagliata
Christopher Intagliata is a senior editor at All Things Considered, where he writes news and edits interviews with politicians, musicians, restaurant owners, scientists and many of the other voices heard on the air. During the pandemic, he helped lead the show's coverage of daily updates from the White House, and he was part of the breaking news team as the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol unfolded.

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