“Perceive ye not that we are worms, designed To form the angelic butterfly, that goes To judgment, leaving all defence behind? Why doth your mind take such exalted pose, Since ye, disabled, are as insects, mean As worm which never transformation knows?”
Quote by Dante Alighieri
Work
The Portable Dante: The Divine Comedy, Complete
The Portable Dante: The Divine Comedy, Complete is a portable edition of the renowned Italian epic poem by Dante Alighieri. It includes the complete text of Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso, which together form The Divine Comedy. This edition is formatted for convenience, making it ideal for readers who wish to carry the classic work with them. The text is presented in a readable format, suitable for both students and general readers interested in exploring one of the greatest works of world literature. more
Author
Dante Alighieri
Dante Alighieri, an Italian poet and a pioneer of the Renaissance, is hailed as the father of Italian literature. Born in 1265 and died on September 14, 1321, Dante is best known for his epic poem, 'The Divine Comedy,' which is not only a great literary work but also a profound religious and philosophical treatise. more
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