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Title: The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Hell, Volume 07
Note: Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Divine Comedy" by Dante Alighieri is an epic poem written in the 14th century. This volume, titled "Hell, Volume 07," focuses on the inferno, depicting Dante's exploration of the nine circles of hell. The narrative details the various sins punished within these circles and the poetic justice meted out to the sinners. As Dante journeys through hell, guided by the Roman poet Virgil, they encounter numerous souls, each suffering according to their earthly transgressions. The opening of this volume sets the stage for Dante's vivid and harrowing encounters with the damned souls of the inferno. As he enters Malebolge, the eighth circle of hell, he observes the torments inflicted upon various sinners who are punished for their deceit and guile. Dante meets spirits such as Venedico, who confesses to leading others into sin, and Jason, who betrayed the trust of women. The opening sections are rich in detail, describing the horrific consequences of sin and the eternal suffering faced by these souls, emphasizing themes of justice and morality throughout Dante's journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321
Illustrator: Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883
Translator: Cary, Henry Francis, 1772-1844
EBook No.: 8785
Published: Aug 7, 2004
Downloads: 65
Language: English
Subject: Hell -- Poetry
Subject: Epic poetry, Italian -- Translations into English
Subject: Italian poetry -- To 1400 -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Hell, Volume 07
Note: Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Divine Comedy" by Dante Alighieri is an epic poem written in the 14th century. This volume, titled "Hell, Volume 07," focuses on the inferno, depicting Dante's exploration of the nine circles of hell. The narrative details the various sins punished within these circles and the poetic justice meted out to the sinners. As Dante journeys through hell, guided by the Roman poet Virgil, they encounter numerous souls, each suffering according to their earthly transgressions. The opening of this volume sets the stage for Dante's vivid and harrowing encounters with the damned souls of the inferno. As he enters Malebolge, the eighth circle of hell, he observes the torments inflicted upon various sinners who are punished for their deceit and guile. Dante meets spirits such as Venedico, who confesses to leading others into sin, and Jason, who betrayed the trust of women. The opening sections are rich in detail, describing the horrific consequences of sin and the eternal suffering faced by these souls, emphasizing themes of justice and morality throughout Dante's journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321
Illustrator: Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883
Translator: Cary, Henry Francis, 1772-1844
EBook No.: 8785
Published: Aug 7, 2004
Downloads: 65
Language: English
Subject: Hell -- Poetry
Subject: Epic poetry, Italian -- Translations into English
Subject: Italian poetry -- To 1400 -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.