“The man who lies asleep will never waken fame, and his desire and all his life drift past him like a dream, and the traces of his memory fade from time like smoke in air, or ripples on a stream.”
Book:The inferno
Quote by Dante Alighieri
Work
The inferno
Written by Dante Alighieri in the early 14th century, The Inferno is the first part of the Divine Comedy, a three-part epic poem. It depicts the journey of the protagonist, Dante, through the nine circles of Hell, each representing a different sin. The work is renowned for its rich imagery, philosophical depth, and its influence on Western 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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