The document discusses the historical and literary context of the Age of Chaucer in 14th century England. Politically, this era saw the rise of English nationalism and the decline of French influence. Socially, it was a period of contrast between wealth and poverty exacerbated by the Black Plague and Hundred Years' War. Literature began to flourish as English became standardized and Geoffrey Chaucer established himself as the father of English poetry through works like Canterbury Tales. Overall, the 14th century marked an important transitional period that helped launch the English Renaissance.