Pertelote

Pertelote is a character from Chaucer’s "The Canterbury Tales," specifically in "The Nun’s Priest’s Tale." She is a cock (rooster) who is the beloved wife of Chauntecleer, a proud and confident bird. Pertelote is known for her intelligence and nurturing nature, often offering advice to her husband. In the story, she also symbolizes the importance of caution and the dangers of ignoring wise warnings. Her character highlights themes of love, trust, and the human-like qualities attributed to animals through storytelling.