The+Skipper

= Who is Skipper? =  Physical His physical appearance brings to mind that he is a hardy man. He is tanned to a dark brown, which is probably one of the outcomes of being a sailor, and a rough beard. His wardrobe consists of a knee length woolen robe with a dagger that dangles long around his neck. Occupation Skipper is an extremely skilled sailor, or better known as a shipman, whom has a ship named The Maudelayne. The text also indicates that he is a pirate. Personality His personality is a cold one, which contributes to his talented fighting and winnings of many challenges. Skipper is not the type of person to listen to his conscience, stealing liquor from the traders that ride on his ship and killing his enemies without hesitation is evidence of his lack of concern in chivalry.

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Although he is gifted with the ability to sail, he is not blessed so when it comes to riding a horse. This lack of knowledge and ability indicates that Skipper is not at a high social standing. Chaucer also shows how low class Skipper is by placing him near the bottom of the character list, which is in order of importance. ======

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Chaucer's approval ====== In spite of Skippers personality, Chaucer has a liking to Skipper and describes him as "an excellent fellow".(394) Chaucer might think of Skipper as this because Skipper is risky, clever, and is very successful at what he does. Modern Day Occupation In present times the skipper would be considered a merchant or trader; any career that relates to trading.

Summary of the Skipper's Tale
The tale of the sailor is a twisted story concerning his life more than his job. The story tells of his wife and his dear friend the monk, Dan John. The skipper is a merchant and he earns enough money to shower his wife with nice things. His wife is beautiful and his friend Dan John develops feelings for her. The merchant's wife meets the monk in the garden with a kiss and she asks the monk to do a favor for her. She asks him to borrow money 100 francs from her husband and to give it to her. She tells the monk she will do anything he asks if he can get the money. The merchant was planning to leave for a job related trip and the wife plans a large meal for them to eat. The monk pulls the merchant aside after dinner and asks if he will lend him the money to purchase cattle and other supplies he needs. The merchant gladly gives it to him and tells him to return it when ever it is best for him. The merchant leaves and the monk and the merchant's wife feast often and spend time together. They are never suspected of anything wrong because the monk is supposed to be a man of the Lord. When the skipper returns he realizes what the monk has done but will not say anything to him because it is not appropriate. Instead, he confronts his wife and tells her that he knows. She tells him that she will repay him in the bedroom and he asks her not to do it again. After everything, the merchant forgives her and tells her to try not to spend the wealth he's earned.