The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Hell, Volume 09 by Dante Alighieri
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| Author | Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321 |
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| Illustrator | Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883 |
| Translator | Cary, Henry Francis, 1772-1844 |
| Title | The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Hell, Volume 09 |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Divine_Comedy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Hell, Volume 09" by Dante Alighieri is an epic poem written during the early 14th century. This monumental work is known for its exploration of the afterlife, where the protagonist, Dante, journeys through the realms of Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise. This particular volume focuses on the various tortures and sinners within Hell, showcasing Dante's views on morality, sin, and divine justice. In this section of "The Divine Comedy," Dante, accompanied by his guide Virgil, navigates through the treacherous landscapes of the ninth circle of Hell, where the punishments are suited to the sins committed on Earth. Throughout Cantos 29 to 31, the poem vividly depicts the tortured souls of various wrongdoers, including famous figures from history and mythology. The text illustrates the suffering endured by each sinner, emphasizing themes such as betrayal, greed, and the consequences of one's actions. As they journey deeper, Dante engages with these spirits, asking about their sins and reflecting on the moral lessons imparted through their punishments, thereby crafting a poignant commentary on human nature and divine justice. (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 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 8787 |
| Release Date | Aug 7, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 64 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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