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The Divine Comedy

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The Divine Comedy is a profound epic poem that guides readers through a spiritual journey in the realms of the afterlife, namely Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise. Accompanied by the Roman poet Virgil and later by Dante’s ideal woman, Beatrice, the protagonist experiences vivid encounters symbolising moral and philosophical themes. This allegorical masterpiece explores the soul's quest for God and the nature of divine justice.
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You might enjoy this epic poem if you're fascinated by imaginative storytelling that explores themes of morality, redemption, and the afterlife. It offers richly detailed depictions of hell, purgatory, and paradise, combining elements of philosophy, theology, and art history, making it a cornerstone of classic literature.

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A landmark of world literature, The Divine Comedy tells of the poet Dante's travels through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise in search of salvation. Before he is redeemed by his love for the heavenly Beatrice, he learns the meaning of evil, sin, damnation, and forgiveness through a series of unforgettable encounters.

Longfellow's renowned translation of the epic poem. Includes reproductions of gustave Dore's classic engravings from the 1867 publication. Beautiful edition bound in genuine bonded leather, with ribbon marker and gilt-edged pages.

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A landmark of world literature, The Divine Comedy tells of the poet Dante's travels through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise in search of salvation. Before he is redeemed by his love for the heavenly Beatrice, he learns the meaning of evil, sin, damnation, and forgiveness through a series of unforgettable experiences and encounters.

This edition of The Divine Comedy features Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's renowned translation and 135 full-page reproductions of Gustave Dore's classic engravings from the 1867 edition.

The Divine Comedy is one of Barnes & Noble's Collectible Editions classics. Each volume features authoritative texts by the world's greatest authors in an exquisitely designed bonded-leather binding, with distinctive gilt edging and a ribbon bookmark. Decorative, durable, and collectible, these books offer hours of pleasure to readers young and old and are an indispensable cornerstone for every home library.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781435162068

Publisher: Union Square & Co.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 June 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: BookAnnex

Illustration: b/w illus. t/o

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Gustave Dore
  • Illustrated by Gustave Dore
  • Translated by Henry Longfellow, Wadsworth

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 44.0mm

Width: 164.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 1209g

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