“O power of fantasy that steals our minds from things outside, to leave us unaware, although a thousand trumpets may blow loud--what stirs you if the senses show you nothing? Light stirs you, formed in Heaven, by itself, or by His will Who sends it down to us.”
Quote by Dante Alighieri
Work
Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy: Purgatory. Italian text and verse translation
Dante Alighieri's 'Divine Comedy: Purgatory' is a literary translation of the third part of the renowned epic poem, which is part of the 'Divine Comedy' trilogy. This volume offers readers the opportunity to explore the spiritual journey through Purgatory as depicted by Dante, with the original Italian verse accompanied by a verse translation into English. The text is a scholarly rendering that aims to preserve the poetic form and the rich symbolism of the original work. 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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