"Canterbury Tales" Chaucer, 1934
Written in the late 14th century, "Canterbury Tales" is a collection of 24 stories presented as part of a storytelling contest by a group of pilgrims as they travel together on a journey from London to Canterbury. Renowned for its vivid portrayal of a cross-section of medieval society and its diverse range of characters, Chaucer's work is considered one of the greatest contributions to English literature.