Dante Alighieri

The Divine Comedy I: Inferno, Vol. 1

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ISBN 13:
9780141195872
author:
Dante Alighieri
format:
HardBack
publisher:
Penguin Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
2010
Pages:
449
Dimensions:
13.7 x 3.7 x 20.7 centimetres (0
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Literary Criticsm, Poetry,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£16.22

Description

Dante's journey into the heart of Hell, as described in the first part of his epic poem, is a tale of descent into darkness and despair. With Virgil as his guide, the poet navigates nine concentric circles of suffering, encountering doomed souls who have been condemned for their sins.

As he journeys deeper into the underworld, Dante faces the cruel and the corrupt, including those who have been damned for deceit and treachery. Led by leering demons, he must ultimately confront the master of Hell, Satan, in order to understand the true nature of sin and tragedy.

This beautifully bound edition of Inferno, part of Penguin's Clothbound Classics series, features stunning design and high-quality production values. With its rich and evocative language, this classic work of poetry continues to appeal to readers with its powerful exploration of the human condition.

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