The Reeve

The Reeve is a character from "The Canterbury Tales" by Geoffrey Chaucer, serving as a manager of a lord’s estate. He’s depicted as a stern, shrewd, and experienced individual who ensures the property runs smoothly and profitably. In storytelling, the Reeve is often portrayed as smart, somewhat sneaky, and proud of his resourcefulness, sometimes using his wit to outsmart others. His role reflects the importance of estate management in medieval society and highlights themes of social class, skill, and morality.