13th Century Literature

13th-century literature includes works produced during the Middle Ages, characterized by themes of chivalry, religion, and medieval society. Notable examples are Geoffrey Chaucer’s "The Canterbury Tales," which offers vivid stories reflecting different social classes, and the courtly love poetry of the troubadours. Literature from this period often blends oral storytelling traditions with written works, emphasizing morality, faith, and adventure. It was a time of evolving language and storytelling, laying groundwork for later literary developments, while also serving as a mirror to the cultural and social values of medieval Europe.