| Author |
Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321 |
| Title |
Divina Commedia di Dante: Paradiso
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 57.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Summary |
"Divina Commedia di Dante: Paradiso" by Dante Alighieri is an epic poem that belongs to the 14th century and is part of the larger work known as "The Divine Comedy." In "Paradiso," Dante embarks on a celestial journey through the spheres of heaven, guided by his beloved Beatrice. The theme revolves around divine love, the nature of God, and the interconnectedness of the soul's journey toward enlightenment and fulfillment in the celestial realm. The opening of "Paradiso" sets the stage for Dante's transcendent experience, introducing a realm of spiritual light and harmony. In this setting, Dante reflects on the glory of God and the profound mysteries that await him in the higher planes of existence. He describes witnessing astonishing celestial phenomena and engaging in deep discussions about the nature of reality and divine wisdom with his guide, Beatrice. The initial cantos offer rich imagery and philosophical insights, laying a foundation for the explorations of faith, morality, and ultimate truths that will unfold throughout Dante's divine odyssey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Italian |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Italian poetry -- To 1400
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| Subject |
Epic poetry, Italian
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
999 |
| Release Date |
Aug 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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