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Title: Vita nuova (Uusi elämä)
Note: Reading ease score: 40.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Juha Kiuru and Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Vita nuova" by Dante Alighieri is a poetic work written in the 14th century. This work combines elements of poetry and prose, capturing the essence of Dante's experiences of love, particularly his adoration for Beatrice, the woman who inspires much of his literary effort. It reflects themes of youthful love, loss, and the transformative power of affection and longing. The opening of "Vita nuova" introduces the reader to Dante's profound experience of love as a young boy upon encountering Beatrice for the first time. He vividly describes how this encounter affects his soul and emotions, marking a pivotal moment in his life. The text portrays a strong interplay between divine and earthly love, with hints at the psychological turmoil and ecstatic joy that Beatrice brings into Dante's world. As he reflects on his love, he also hints at the struggles and conflicts it creates, using rich imagery and philosophical musings to articulate the depth of his feelings. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a journey through Dante's memories and emotions, establishing a connection between his personal experiences and greater existential themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321
Author of introduction, etc.: Koskenniemi, Veikko Antero, 1885-1962
Translator: Tuulio, Tyyni, 1892-1991
EBook No.: 52028
Published: May 9, 2016
Downloads: 68
Language: Finnish
Subject: Italian literature -- Translations into Finnish
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Vita nuova (Uusi elämä)
Note: Reading ease score: 40.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Juha Kiuru and Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Vita nuova" by Dante Alighieri is a poetic work written in the 14th century. This work combines elements of poetry and prose, capturing the essence of Dante's experiences of love, particularly his adoration for Beatrice, the woman who inspires much of his literary effort. It reflects themes of youthful love, loss, and the transformative power of affection and longing. The opening of "Vita nuova" introduces the reader to Dante's profound experience of love as a young boy upon encountering Beatrice for the first time. He vividly describes how this encounter affects his soul and emotions, marking a pivotal moment in his life. The text portrays a strong interplay between divine and earthly love, with hints at the psychological turmoil and ecstatic joy that Beatrice brings into Dante's world. As he reflects on his love, he also hints at the struggles and conflicts it creates, using rich imagery and philosophical musings to articulate the depth of his feelings. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a journey through Dante's memories and emotions, establishing a connection between his personal experiences and greater existential themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321
Author of introduction, etc.: Koskenniemi, Veikko Antero, 1885-1962
Translator: Tuulio, Tyyni, 1892-1991
EBook No.: 52028
Published: May 9, 2016
Downloads: 68
Language: Finnish
Subject: Italian literature -- Translations into Finnish
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.