The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Paradise, Volume 2: Poetry Guide and Free Edition

The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Paradise, Volume 2 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Dante Alighieri (1265–1321). The listed translation credits are Cary, Henry Francis (1772–1844).

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"The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Paradise, Volume 2" by Dante Alighieri is an Italian narrative poem begun around 1308 and completed around 1321. This epic journey follows Dante through the three realms of the afterlife—Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven—guided by the poet Virgil and his beloved Beatrice. The work explores divine justice and the soul's journey toward God, drawing on medieval Catholic theology and philosophy. Paradiso depicts the final ascent through the celestial spheres, representing the soul's ultimate union with the divine.

Book and edition facts

• Title: The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Paradise, Volume 2
• Author credits: Dante Alighieri (1265–1321)
• Catalogue language: English
• Translator credits: Cary, Henry Francis (1772–1844)

Catalogue subjects

• Epic poetry, Italian -- Translations into English
• Italian poetry -- To 1400 -- Translations into English

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• Category: Classics of Literature
• Category: Poetry

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