Publisher's Synopsis
The Divine Comedy is a classic epic poem written by Dante Alighieri in the 14th century. It is widely considered to be one of the greatest works of literature in history, and has been translated into numerous languages. The poem is divided into three parts: Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso. Each part is comprised of 33 cantos, with an additional introductory canto in the first part. The story begins with Dante, the narrator and protagonist, finding himself lost in a dark forest. He is then guided by the spirit of the Roman poet Virgil through the nine circles of Hell, where he encounters various sinners and witnesses their punishments. In Purgatorio, Dante and Virgil ascend the mountain of Purgatory, where souls are purged of their sins before ascending to Heaven. In Paradiso, Dante is guided by Beatrice, his beloved, through the nine spheres of Heaven, where he experiences the divine light and the ultimate vision of God. Throughout the poem, Dante explores themes of sin, redemption, love, and the nature of God. He also uses vivid imagery and allegory to convey his ideas and create a powerful and immersive reading experience. The Divine Comedy is a timeless masterpiece that continues to inspire and captivate readers to this day.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1867 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
