Views of Dante (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

E. L. Rivard

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0483362700 ISBN 13: 9780483362703

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover Dante through a thoughtful, accessible guide .

This collection introduces Dante’s Divine Comedy and his lasting ideas with clarity and care, ideal for curious readers and students alike.

This edition surveys Dante’s philosophy, sources, and influence, drawing clear connections to Plato, Aristotle, and other thinkers. It helps readers understand how faith, reason, and tradition shape his poetry, while providing practical pathways for study and discussion.

• Clear explanations of Dante’s major themes and how they fit together in the Divine Comedy
• Insights into the author’s use of philosophy, theology, and classical sources
• Guidance on reading strategies and topics for further study
• Context on how Dante influenced later literature and thought

Ideal for readers of literary criticism, philosophy, and Catholic intellectual history, as well as students seeking a grounded introduction to Dante’s work.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0483362700
• ISBN 13: 9780483362703
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 241