The Divine Comedy, Volume 1, Hell: Poetry Guide and Free Edition

The Divine Comedy, Volume 1, Hell is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Dante Alighieri (1265–1321). The listed translation credits are Norton, Charles Eliot (1827–1908).

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"The Divine Comedy, Volume 1, Hell" by Dante Alighieri is an Italian narrative poem begun around 1308 and completed around 1321. This opening cantica follows Dante's journey through the nine circles of Hell, guided by the Roman poet Virgil. Lost in a dark wood and unable to find the path to salvation, Dante must traverse the underworld and witness divine justice as souls receive punishment for their earthly sins. The work represents the soul's recognition and rejection of sin in its journey toward God.

Book and edition facts

• Title: The Divine Comedy, Volume 1, Hell
• Author credits: Dante Alighieri (1265–1321)
• Catalogue language: English
• Translator credits: Norton, Charles Eliot (1827–1908)

Catalogue subjects

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

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• Category: Classics of Literature
• Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
• Category: Poetry
• Harvard Classics
• Italy

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