The road to Canterbury
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1979
A retelling of Chaucer's classic, following a diverse group of pilgrims on their journey to Canterbury.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome suggestive jokes and innuendo are present from the pilgrims.
Minor skirmishes and descriptions of past violence occur.
Mild, archaic profanity may be present.
Some lighthearted, non-malicious religious commentary exists.
No substance abuse is featured.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story contains no scary or horror elements.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
A medieval, pre-Reformation Christian worldview is depicted.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePilgrims show courage in undertaking their journey.
Religious devotion and pilgrimage are central themes.
Fellowship and camaraderie among pilgrims are shown.
Confession and seeking absolution are mentioned.
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