Comments Of John Ruskin On The Divina Commedia (1903)

By John Ruskin

Book Overview

""Comments of John Ruskin on the Divina Commedia"" is a book written by the famous art critic and social thinker, John Ruskin. In this book, Ruskin provides his insightful commentary on Dante Alighieri's epic poem, the Divina Commedia. The book was first published in 1903, and it remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the literary and artistic legacy of Dante's masterpiece.Ruskin's commentary on the Divina Commedia is divided into three parts, each corresponding to one of the three sections of Dante's poem: Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso. In each section, Ruskin offers his own interpretation of Dante's work, drawing on his vast knowledge of art, literature, and philosophy.Throughout the book, Ruskin emphasizes the moral and ethical dimensions of the Divina Commedia, arguing that Dante's poem is not only a work of great literary and artistic merit, but also a profound meditation on the human condition. He explores themes such as sin and redemption, love and friendship, and the nature of God and the universe.Ruskin's writing style is elegant and erudite, and his commentary is full of fascinating insights and observations. He draws on a wide range of sources, from classical literature to contemporary art, to shed light on Dante's text and its meaning.Overall, ""Comments of John Ruskin on the Divina Commedia"" is a must-read for anyone interested in Dante's masterpiece and its enduring significance. Ruskin's commentary offers a rich and nuanced interpretation of the poem, and his insights continue to inspire and provoke readers to this day.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164609408
• ISBN13: 9781164609407
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"