This brilliant new verse translation by Allen Mandelbaum captures the consummate beauty of the third and last part of Dante's Divine Comedy. The Paradiso is a luminous poem of love and light, of optics, angelology, polemics, prayer, prophecy, and transcendent experience. As Dante ascends to the Celestial Rose, in the tenth and final heaven, all the spectacle and splendor of a great poet's vision now becomes accessible to the modern reader in this highly acclaimed, superb dual language edition. With extensive notes and commentary.
Dante
Dante Alighieri was a prominent Italian poet from the late Middle Ages, known for his significant contributions to literature. His most notable work, "The Divine Comedy," is a monumental epic poem that is considered one of the greatest literary works in the Western canon. Dante's writing style is characterized by its intricate symbolism, vivid imagery, and profound philosophical themes.
"The Divine Comedy" follows the journey of the protagonist, Dante himself, through the three realms of the afterlife: Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven. Through his exploration of morality, politics, and religion, Dante's work has had a lasting impact on the development of the literary genre of allegorical poetry.
Dante's work continues to inspire countless writers and artists, and his influence can be seen in various forms of literature, art, and culture. His legacy as a literary giant remains unparalleled, and his works continue to be studied and celebrated worldwide.
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