But manly sette the world on six and sevene; and if thow deye a martyr, go to hevene!

But manly sette the world on six and sevene; and if thow deye a martyr, go to hevene!

Geoffrey Chaucer, often referred to as the father of English literature, was a poet, philosopher, and author who lived in the 14th century. His most famous work, "The Canterbury Tales," is a collection of stories told by a group of pilgrims on their way to the shrine of Thomas Becket in Canterbury Cathedral. Chaucer's writing is known for its wit, humor, and keen observations of human nature.

One of the most famous lines from "The Canterbury Tales" is "But manly sette the world on six and sevene; and if thow deye a martyr, go to hevene!" This line is spoken by the character of the Wife of Bath, a strong-willed and independent woman who challenges traditional gender roles and societal expectations.