“Less shame a greater fault would palliate.”
Quote by Dante Alighieri
Work
Dante's Divina commedia, tr. in the metre and triple rhyme of the original, with notes, by mrs. Ramsay
This book presents a scholarly translation of Dante Alighieri's The Divine Comedy, a renowned work of Italian literature. The translation maintains the original's poetic structure and rhyme scheme, offering readers a faithful rendition of the classic text. Mrs. Ramsay's accompanying notes provide additional context and scholarly insights into the 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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