“The Canterbury Tales” is the contrast of realistic and exaggerated qualities that characterize each of the characters in the story. Looking closer, we can determine whether each of the characters is compelling or questionable based on the personality Chaucer recounts. This essay will analyze the characteristics and personalities of the Wife of Bath, the Miller, the Monk, the Knight and the Parson during the 14th century in England, from the most "sinful" being to the noble being. “The Canterbury Tales” were written in the late 14th century by Geoffrey Chaucer. Chaucer was a courtier in the service of Prince Lionel, son of King Edward III. In the early 14th century, the Black Death destroyed Europe, leaving the economy in a trench due to death and chaos. People began to revolt and “change their way of thinking.” For some time, Chaucer decided to make a book containing stories of pilgrims traveling to Canterbury, England. The Wife of Bath is a deaf woman married to five men. She is a seamstress by trade. “Their coverings were entirely made of earth; I first said they had ten pounds. » (Chaucer, line 455). Religiously criticized by others. She loves being married and is an expert in the “art of love”. Although she considers herself a religious person, her views differ from scripture in believing that sexuality is not considered a sin. Having multiple husbands is nothing to brag about, especially during this time! She seduces men by teasing them for money. She has power over her husband in matters of sex: “But bedtime is above all their misfortune; it's the perfect place to scold, pester and withhold their pleasure. I would never stay in bed with them if the hands started to slip until they were having fun. they... middle of paper ... is shocking, the clothes the knight wore as Chaucer had mentioned. His clothes were simple, tattered and bland. Knights of such stature have armor and clothing made from them. silk and the finest materials. But not this knight, and that he is a humble knight. The priest was a poor man but with an enormous religious spirit, he always did honest work and showed others what we are capable of when we believe in it. He doesn't like to beg or receive money. He is just a peaceful man and he is willing to help others in need, “but rather, doubtless” (Chaucer, line 489). With all five characters listed and analyzed, the motif is "All that glitters is not gold." Even though the three characters were happy and rich, deep down inside they were unhappy. However, the latter two were considered noble, trustworthy and loving characters..