Dante And Virgil (1905)

By Herbert Macartney Beatty

Book Overview

Dante And Virgil is a historical fiction novel written by Herbert Macartney Beatty and originally published in 1905. The book is set in the 14th century and follows the journey of two Italian poets, Dante and Virgil, as they explore the underworld of Hell. The story is based on Dante's famous work, The Divine Comedy, and follows the two poets as they encounter various souls and demons, each with their own unique story and punishment. Throughout their journey, Dante and Virgil discuss various philosophical and theological concepts, providing readers with an insight into the beliefs and values of the time. The novel is written in a poetic and descriptive style, immersing readers in the world of medieval Italy. Dante And Virgil is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, Italian literature, or philosophical discourse.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: 1165413183
• ISBN13: 9781165413188
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"