Dante: A Brief History

by Peter Hawkins and Peter S. Hawkins

Book Overview

For over seven centuries, Dante and his masterpiece, The Divine Comedy , have held a special place in Western culture. The poem is at once a vivid journey through hell to heaven, a poignant love story, and a picture of humanity's relationship to God. It is so richly imaginative that a first reading can be bewildering. In response, Peter Hawkins has written an inspiring introduction to the poet, his greatest work, and its abiding influence. His knowledge...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1405130520
• ISBN13: 9781405130523
• Release Date: September 2006
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.3" x 7.4"