The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Purgatory, Complete (eBook)

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2022
114 Seiten
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In 'The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Purgatory, Complete,' one embarks on a profound journey through the terraced mountain of purification alongside the Italian master, Dante Alighieri. This central cantica of Dante's magnum opus stands as a towering testament to religious allegory and a memento of the high medieval literary environment. Presented in the terza rima, a Dantean invention, the poem's richly interwoven thematic and structural artistry has been meticulously preserved and complemented by illustrations in this DigiCat edition, offering readers both the original grandeur and an enhanced visual experience.
Dante Alighieri, a pivotal figure in the development of Italian literature and a paramount influence on the canon of Western literature, penned 'The Divine Comedy' as a reflection of his times and his personal journey. Exiled from his native Florence, his writing captures a spiritual and political struggle, and 'Purgatory' epitomizes the transitional process—both in the soul's quest for redemption and in Dante's introspective reconciliation with his temporal realities.
'The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Purgatory, Complete' comes highly recommended for those seeking to dive into the universal themes of repentance, self-awareness, and the complex dynamics of human morality. It promises not only a window into the medieval mind but also a timeless discourse on the journey to absolve the spirit. Its meticulous reproduction by DigiCat Publishing invites scholars and enthusiasts alike to reengage with one of the pinnacles of world literature with the freshness and immediacy akin to its first unveiling.

Dante Alighieri (c. 1265–1321), also known simply as Dante, is universally acclaimed as one of Italy's foremost poets. He is best known for his monumental epic poem, 'La Divina Commedia', or 'The Divine Comedy,' a seminal work that has influenced not only Italian but also Western literature and philosophy. Dante's 'Comedy' is often considered the greatest literary work composed in the Italian language and a masterpiece of world literature. In this narrative poem, Dante employs the vernacular Italian in lieu of Latin, a stylistic choice that helped shape the modern Italian language. 'The Divine Comedy' is an allegorical vision of the afterlife, divided into three parts: 'Inferno', 'Purgatorio', and 'Paradiso'. While 'The Divine Comedy' discusses a wide range of theological, ethical, and political themes, it is also remarkable for its intricate structure based on the number three, symbolizing the Trinity, and its use of terza rima, a rhyming verse stanza form. 'Purgatory,' the second part, explores themes of repentance and moral purification. Throughout the poem, Dante is guided by the Roman poet Virgil and later by Beatrice, whom he regarded as the embodiment of divine love. His work transcends the mere religious allegory to offer profound reflections on humanity's quest for divine truth and personal salvation. Dante's influence is evident in literature, art, and pop culture references centuries after his death.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 15.9.2022
Übersetzer Henry Francis Cary
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Literatur Lyrik / Dramatik Lyrik / Gedichte
Schlagworte allegorical poems • Christian afterlife • classic epic poetry • Dante Alighieri works • Divine Comedy illustrations • Epic Poetry • French Literature • Historical poetic narratives • Italian • Italian Literature • Italian poetry • Medieval Philosophy • Purgatorio Dante • The Divine Comedy series • To 1400 • Translations into English
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