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Title: Dante. An essay. To which is added a translation of De Monarchia.

Note: Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

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Summary: "Dante. An Essay. To which is added a translation of De Monarchia" by R. W. Church et al. is a critical essay paired with a translation of Dante's "De Monarchia," likely written in the late 19th century. This work examines the significance of Dante Alighieri as a literary figure and the broader implications of his masterpiece, the "Divina Commedia." The essay reflects on Dante's personal history, the socio-political tensions of his time, and how these elements influenced his writing, emphasizing the profound connection between the poet's life and his seminal work." "The opening of the essay introduces Dante as a monumental figure in literature, establishing the "Divina Commedia" as a foundational text not just for Italian literature but for the very fabric of Western literary and philosophical thought. The author discusses Dante's early life, his political engagement, and the tumultuous times he lived in, particularly the rivalry between the Guelfs and Ghibellines that shaped his experiences and writings. The essay sets the stage for a deeper analysis of Dante's work, suggesting that it serves as a mirror reflecting both personal and universal human experiences, entwined with the rich history of Italy and the broader Christian narrative." (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Church, R. W. (Richard William), 1815-1890

Author: Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321

Translator: Church, F. J. (Frederick John), 1854-1888

EBook No.: 33896

Published: Oct 30, 2010

Downloads: 237

Language: English

Subject: Church and state -- Early works to 1800

Subject: Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321

Subject: Italy -- Politics and government -- 476-1268

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Dante. An essay. To which is added a translation of De Monarchia.

Note: Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Emanuela Piasentini, Linda Cantoni, and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net
(This file was produced from images generously made
available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries at
http: //www.archive.org/details/danteessaytowhic00chur.)

Summary: "Dante. An Essay. To which is added a translation of De Monarchia" by R. W. Church et al. is a critical essay paired with a translation of Dante's "De Monarchia," likely written in the late 19th century. This work examines the significance of Dante Alighieri as a literary figure and the broader implications of his masterpiece, the "Divina Commedia." The essay reflects on Dante's personal history, the socio-political tensions of his time, and how these elements influenced his writing, emphasizing the profound connection between the poet's life and his seminal work." "The opening of the essay introduces Dante as a monumental figure in literature, establishing the "Divina Commedia" as a foundational text not just for Italian literature but for the very fabric of Western literary and philosophical thought. The author discusses Dante's early life, his political engagement, and the tumultuous times he lived in, particularly the rivalry between the Guelfs and Ghibellines that shaped his experiences and writings. The essay sets the stage for a deeper analysis of Dante's work, suggesting that it serves as a mirror reflecting both personal and universal human experiences, entwined with the rich history of Italy and the broader Christian narrative." (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Church, R. W. (Richard William), 1815-1890

Author: Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321

Translator: Church, F. J. (Frederick John), 1854-1888

EBook No.: 33896

Published: Oct 30, 2010

Downloads: 237

Language: English

Subject: Church and state -- Early works to 1800

Subject: Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321

Subject: Italy -- Politics and government -- 476-1268

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.