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Dante

By Alessandro Barbero
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Dante by Alessandro Barbero delves into the life of the legendary Italian poet, Dante Alighieri. The book paints a vivid portrait of Dante's extraordinary journey through political turmoil, exile, and his quest for artistic and intellectual expression during the Middle Ages. It offers keen insights into the societal and historical influences that shaped his groundbreaking work, providing a rich backdrop to the poet's life and legacy without revealing specific plot twists.
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This engaging read may appeal to you if you're fascinated by the life and times of the great Italian poet who crafted the Divine Comedy. It delves into historical context and explores his influence in the realms of politics, literature, and culture, offering a vibrant portrayal of both the man and his era. Perfect for those with a keen interest in medieval history and the enduring legacy of a literary genius.

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A new biography of Dante from award-winning historian Alessandro Barbero and translator Allan Cameron.

A new biography of Dante from award-winning historian Alessandro Barbero and translator Allan Cameron

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Since Dante Alighieri wrote the Divine Comedy, it has defined how people imagine and depict not only heaven and hell, but romantic love and the human condition. However, while Dante's works are widely celebrated outside Italy, the circumstances of his extraordinary life are less well known.

Born in 1265, Dante's adolescence was characterised by literary genius, but his political activism in one of the medieval world's wealthiest cities led to his death in exile. Pre-eminent Dante scholar Alessandro Barbero and celebrated translator Allan Cameron bring the poet vividly to life.

Animating the political intrigue, violence, civil war, exile, and cities that shaped Dante's poetic and political life, this is a remarkable portrait of one of the creators of European literature and a towering medieval figure, in time for the 700th anniversary of his death.

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Dante by Alessandro Barbero is praised for its rich contextualisation of Dante's life in medieval Italy, offering a vital guide for those interested in the writer. Reviews highlight its impeccable writing and research, with logical reasoning and an earnest engagement with historical records, making it a must-have for Dante enthusiasts.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788166423

Publisher: Profile Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 August 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Profile Books Ltd

Edition: Main

Contributors:

  • Translated by Allan Cameron
  • Translated by Allan Cameron
  • Translated by Allan Cameron

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 196.0mm

Height: 128.0mm

Weight: 230g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Alessandro Barbero is an Italian historian, novelist, journalist and broadcaster. He won the 1996 Strega Prize for Bella vita e guerre altrui di Mr. Pyle gentiluomo. In 2005, the Republic of France awarded Barbero with the title of Chevalier de l'ordre des Arts et des Lettres.

Allan Cameron was born in 1952, grew up in Nigeria and Bangladesh, and lived as a young adult in Italy. He has translated twenty-five books including The Anonymous Novel by Alessando Barbero. He lives in Glasgow.

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