The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Hell, Volume 06 by Dante Alighieri

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Author Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321
Illustrator Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883
Translator Cary, Henry Francis, 1772-1844
Title The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Hell, Volume 06
Note Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Divine_Comedy
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "The Divine Comedy" by Dante Alighieri is a significant epic poem written during the 14th century. This specific volume, titled "Hell, Volume 06," is a translated work that explores Dante's intricate journey through the nine circles of Hell, guided by the Roman poet Virgil. The text delves into themes of sin, justice, and redemption through vivid imagery and allegorical representations of various souls suffering in Hell, showcasing Dante's moral perspective and philosophical inquiries. At the start of this volume, Dante and Virgil continue their exploration of Hell, entering a dark forest described with twisted trees and unpleasant thorns. They encounter tormented spirits, such as those who have been transformed into gnarled trees, crying out in despair. The scene captures the essence of Hell's eternal anguish as Dante learns about the fates of various souls, including a spirit who recounts his regrets and the consequences of his treachery. This opening sets the tone for the haunting experiences and moral lessons that Dante will uncover throughout his harrowing journey through the underworld. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Hell -- Poetry
Subject Epic poetry, Italian -- Translations into English
Subject Italian poetry -- To 1400 -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 8784
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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