aucer tells us that, ...he was of [moderate] lengthe, and wonderly [agile] and of great strengthe (General Prologue, 83-4). The Squire is described as of average size, but is of seemingly extraordinary abilities. These traits dont seem to be indicative of an egotistical man, but due to the fact that they follow Chaucers description of his hair, they receive that connotation. The Squire is depicted as a vain man due to the description of his long curly hair, which he loved. The Squire cared immensely for his appearance, which unlike the Knight, carried over to his clothing and actions. Chaucer tells us, [Embroidered] was he as it were a [meadow] Al full of fresshe flowers, white and red; Singing he was or floiting all day... (General Prologue, 89-91). The Squire walks about as if he were the king of the world, seemingly without a trouble in his mind. This gives him the appearance that he considers himself superior to everyone around him. The Knight and the Squire, though they both have virtually the same profession, act, dress, think and carry themselves very differently. By pairing these two characters together in his prologue, Chaucer is able to show his readers the social corruption that the Squire has, while showing more clearly the integrity and honor of the Knight. This also helps to portray the vast changes between the honorable medieval times and the more materialistic renaissance. ...
