Literary epithet: Who is known as the 'Father of English Poetry'? Identify the poet commonly honored with the title 'Father of English Poetry' in literary history. Choose the correct poet.

Given data

• Title to identify: 'Father of English Poetry'.

Concept/ApproachAssociate the historic epithet with the pioneer who established vernacular English poetry at a formative stage.

ReasoningGeoffrey Chaucer (c. 1343–1400), author of The Canterbury Tales, is traditionally called the 'Father of English Poetry' for elevating Middle English as a literary language.

VerificationSpenser is called the 'poets’ poet'; Shakespeare is the 'Bard of Avon'; Milton is famed for Paradise Lost; Samuel Johnson is known for his dictionary and criticism.

Final AnswerGeoffrey Chaucer