Robert P. Miller, "The Wife of Bath's Tale and Mediaeval Exempla"

Miller, Robert P. "The Wife of Bath's Tale and Mediaeval Exempla". ELH, Vol. 32, No. 4. (Dec., 1965), pp. 442-456.
Discussion of the Wife of Bath's tale as an example of instructional literature, especially in regard to courtly love-the Tale serves as a dramatization of works like Capellanus, providing clearer understanding of what behaviors are to be engaged in, along with dramatic presentations of the reasons why. Contrasts with Gower's "Florent". Information on sources, connected to the Wife's mentions of her authorities. The Tale as an illustration of the rule of Obedience.

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