THE DIVINE COMEDY: Inferno, Purgatorio & Paradiso (3 Classic Translations in One Edition)

THE DIVINE COMEDY: Inferno, Purgatorio & Paradiso (3 Classic Translations in One Edition)

by Dante Alighieri
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 06/12/2017

Share This eBook:

  $2.99

Dante Alighieri's epic masterpiece, 'The Divine Comedy: Inferno, Purgatorio & Paradiso,' is a monumental work that explores the author's journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven. Written in the early 14th century, this allegorical poem is considered one of the greatest works of world literature. The three parts of the book offer a vivid depiction of the afterlife, filled with complex allegories, rich symbolism, and moral lessons. Dante's vivid descriptions and powerful imagery bring the spiritual journey to life, inviting readers to contemplate the nature of sin, redemption, and the human soul. The book is a masterpiece of medieval poetry, blending theology, philosophy, and poetic imagination in a captivating narrative. Dante Alighieri, a prominent Italian poet and philosopher, wrote 'The Divine Comedy' during a period of political turmoil and personal exile. Influenced by his own life experiences and theological beliefs, Dante created a work that reflects his deep understanding of medieval theology and philosophy. His exploration of the afterlife serves as a powerful reflection on the human condition and the nature of salvation. I highly recommend 'The Divine Comedy' to readers interested in classic literature, theology, philosophy, and poetry. Dante's timeless work offers profound insights into the complexities of faith, sin, and redemption, making it a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the human experience.

ISBN:
9788027233335
9788027233335
Category:
Literature: history & criticism
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
06-12-2017
Language:
English
Publisher:
Musaicum Books
Dante Alighieri

Dante Alighieri was born in Florence Italy in 1265. In 1301, a political dispute lead to his exile from Florence.

Over the next few years he made his home in Verona, Lucca and other cities. By 1310 he had written Inferno and Purgatorio, the first two books of his Divine Comedy.

He wrote the third and concluding book, Paradiso, in the years after he found sanctuary in Ravenna in 1318.

An allegorical account of his wanderings in a spiritual wilderness and eventual salvation under the guidance of his beloved Beatrice, The Divine Comedy is recognised as Dante's masterwork and a landmark of world literature. He died in exile in 1321 and was buried in Ravenna.

This item is delivered digitally

Reviews

Be the first to review THE DIVINE COMEDY: Inferno.