Inferno: Book Guide, Author and Facts

Inferno by Dante Alighieri — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

Dante, after becoming lost on the path of life, is led by Virgil into Hell to begin his journey back to the light of God.

Quick facts about Inferno

Inferno by Dante Alighieri is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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What is Inferno about?

Dante, after becoming lost on the path of life, is led by Virgil into Hell to begin his journey back to the light of God..

Who wrote Inferno?

Inferno was written by Dante Alighieri.

When was Inferno published?

Inferno was first published in 1767.