Dante: a very short introduction

This title examines the main themes and issues that run through all of Dante's work, including autobiography, his ideas about writing and his actual practice, his views on humanity and politics, and his understanding of God and the order of the universe. In doing so, it highlights what has made...

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Main Authors: Hainsworth, Peter 1942- (Author), Robey, David ca. 20./21. Jh (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: [Oxford] Oxford University Press 2015
Series:Very short introductions
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Online Access:BSB01
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Summary:This title examines the main themes and issues that run through all of Dante's work, including autobiography, his ideas about writing and his actual practice, his views on humanity and politics, and his understanding of God and the order of the universe. In doing so, it highlights what has made Dante a vital point of reference for modern writers, and at the same time gives due attention to clarifying the mediaeval aspects of his thought for the modern reader and the cultural and political world in which he wrote
Item Description:includes bibliographical references and index
Physical Description:1 Online-Ressource (144 Siten) Illustrationen
DOI:10.1093/actrade/9780199684779.001.0001

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