Dante And The Dawn After The Dark Ages (1265-1321)

Dante And The Dawn After The Dark Ages (1265-1321) is a book written by Newell Dwight Hillis. The book is a comprehensive biography of Dante Alighieri, an Italian poet, writer, and philosopher who lived during the late Middle Ages. The book covers Dante's life from his birth in 1265 to his death in 1321, and explores the political, cultural, and religious context of his time. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Dante's life and work. The first chapter provides an overview of the historical and cultural background of the Middle Ages, and sets the stage for Dante's life and work. The following chapters explore Dante's childhood, education, and early career as a poet and writer. The book also delves into Dante's political beliefs and his involvement in the politics of his time, including his exile from Florence and his relationship with the papacy. Additionally, the book examines Dante's religious beliefs and his vision of the afterlife, as expressed in his famous work, The Divine Comedy. Throughout the book, Hillis provides insightful analysis and interpretation of Dante's life and work, drawing on a wide range of historical and literary sources. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal introduction to Dante's life and work for readers of all backgrounds. Overall, Dante And The Dawn After The Dark Ages (1265-1321) is an engaging and informative biography of one of the most important figures of the Middle Ages.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Great Men as Prophets of a New Era, by Newell Dwight Hillis. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766162176.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.