| Author |
Orr, M. A. (Mary Acworth), 1867-1949 |
| LoC No. |
15004618
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| Title |
Dante and the early astronomers
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Paul Marshall, Turget Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Dante and the Early Astronomers" by M. A. Orr is a scholarly work that delves into the intersection of astronomy and Dante Alighieri's literary contributions, likely written in the early 20th century. This publication examines how medieval astronomy influenced Dante's writings, particularly his iconic "Divine Comedy." The focus is on the historical context of astonomy during Dante's lifetime and how it is reflected in his works. The opening of the book sets the stage by outlining the importance of astronomy in Dante's life and the era he lived in. It notes how Dante's engagement with scientific and philosophical texts, particularly after the loss of his beloved Beatrice, ignited a passion for understanding the celestial phenomena that fascinated medieval scholars. The initial chapters introduce the major astronomical principles and movements observable in Dante's time, establishing a foundation for readers to understand Dante's references to celestial bodies and their symbolism throughout his literary oeuvre. The author emphasizes the need for a basic understanding of the astronomy of Dante's era to fully appreciate the depth and significance of his works. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Astronomy, Ancient
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| Subject |
Early maps
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| Subject |
Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321 -- Knowledge -- Astronomy
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| Subject |
Astronomy, Medieval
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64489 |
| Release Date |
Feb 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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