Divine Comedy, Cary's Translation, Hell by Dante Alighieri

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Author Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321
Translator Cary, Henry Francis, 1772-1844
Title Divine Comedy, Cary's Translation, Hell
Note Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Judith Smith and Natalie Salter
Summary "Divine Comedy, Cary's Translation, Hell" by Dante Alighieri is an epic poem written in the 14th century. The work is a cornerstone of Italian literature and portrays the journey through the afterlife, specifically hell, as the protagonist, Dante, seeks redemption and enlightenment. Central to the narrative are the symbolic encounters with various souls who face the consequences of their earthly deeds, serving as both a critique of moral failings and a deep exploration of human nature. At the start of the poem, Dante finds himself lost in a dark forest, symbolizing sin and confusion. He encounters three fearsome beasts that block his path, each representing different vices that threaten to prevent his journey upward toward enlightenment. After despairing in the forest, he meets Virgil, the great Roman poet, who offers to guide him through the realms of the afterlife. As they descend into Hell, Dante is introduced to the torments of the damned, where he witnesses the various punishments that correspond to the sins committed in life. This opening sets the stage for a rich and allegorical exploration of sin, justice, and the nature of redemption. (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. 1005
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 23, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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