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Chaucer, Doctor O Physic
The Doctor of Physic holds up a flask to the light
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1387 Canterbury Chaucer Doctor Flask Holds Horse Back Physic Tales
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1. Title: Chaucer, the Doctor of Physic: A Moment of Healing in Medieval Canterbury. This evocative image captures the renowned English poet and author, Geoffrey Chaucer, in the role of the Doctor of Physic, holding up a flask to the light in the bustling market town of Canterbury, circa 1387. Chaucer, dressed in the robes of a medieval healer, is depicted on horseback, suggesting his travels between London and Canterbury, where he would have treated patients and dispensed medicines. The Doctor of Physic was an essential figure in medieval society, responsible for diagnosing and treating various ailments using a combination of herbal remedies, diet, and prayer. Chaucer's dual roles as a poet and a doctor are a testament to the interconnectedness of medicine and literature during this period. The flask Chaucer holds in his hand is filled with a mysterious, golden liquid, which may represent an elixir or a potent medicine. The light filtering through the glass illuminates the contents, emphasizing the importance of observation and careful examination in the practice of medicine. Chaucer's presence in Canterbury is significant, as it is the setting for his most famous work, The Canterbury Tales. This collection of stories, published around 1400, is considered one of the greatest works of English literature and a seminal text in the development of the novel. The image of Chaucer as the Doctor of Physic offers a glimpse into his life before the fame and success of his literary career. This photograph, from the Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back to the medieval world, allowing us to witness a moment in history where literature and medicine intertwined, and the Doctor of Physic, Chaucer, played a pivotal role in both.
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