Dante

Dante: Poet And Apostle (1921) is a biographical work written by Ernest Hatch Wilkins that explores the life and work of the great Italian poet, Dante Alighieri. The book traces Dante's life from his birth in Florence in 1265 to his death in Ravenna in 1321, examining his early years, his political and literary activities, and his enduring legacy as one of the greatest poets in history.Wilkins delves into Dante's literary achievements, including his masterpiece, The Divine Comedy, which is widely regarded as one of the greatest works of world literature. The book explores the themes and motifs that run through Dante's work, including the nature of sin, the afterlife, and the role of the individual in society. Wilkins also examines the political context in which Dante wrote, including the conflicts between the Guelphs and Ghibellines, the rise of the papacy, and the struggles for power in Italy.Throughout the book, Wilkins portrays Dante as a complex and multifaceted figure, who was not only a great poet, but also a political thinker, a moral philosopher, and a religious visionary. He explores the ways in which Dante's work reflects his own personal experiences and beliefs, as well as the broader cultural and historical context in which he lived.Overall, Dante: Poet And Apostle provides a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of the most important figures in the history of literature and Western thought. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of Dante Alighieri, as well as for those interested in the cultural and intellectual history of medieval Europe.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.