Alighieri, Dante
The Divine Comedy (Wordsworth Classics of World Literature)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781840221664
- author:
- Alighieri, Dante
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wordsworth Editions
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 592
- Dimensions:
- 129mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- Fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy is a groundbreaking work of literature that explores the human condition through a journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Written in exile, this masterpiece aimed to address the moral and political decay of the world, while pushing the boundaries of the Italian vernacular to create a radically new and all-encompassing work. The Comedy presents a striking vision of the afterlife, with a complex architecture and coherent structure, as its protagonist navigates the three realms of Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven. Along the way, he encounters a diverse cast of characters, each embodying a range of human emotions and experiences, from the noble to the grotesque, and from the admirable to the horrific. Through their interactions, Dante's protagonist learns valuable lessons about the consequences of sin, repentance, and virtue, ultimately striving to avoid Hell and attain the joys of Heaven. This translation, with an introduction by Claire Honess, offers a fresh and accessible introduction to Dante's masterpiece, making it an ideal choice for readers seeking to explore the depths of human experience and the power of literature.
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