Dante's Personal Appearance

By C. E. Norton

Book Overview

""Dante's Personal Appearance"" is a book written by C.E. Norton that delves into the physical appearance of the famous Italian poet Dante Alighieri. The book takes a close look at the various descriptions of Dante's appearance found in his own works, as well as in the writings of his contemporaries and later biographers. It examines how Dante's appearance was perceived by those around him, and how it may have influenced his own self-image and the way he presented himself to the world. The book also explores the cultural and historical context of Dante's time, shedding light on the role that physical appearance played in medieval society. Overall, ""Dante's Personal Appearance"" provides a fascinating insight into the life and times of one of the world's greatest poets, and offers a unique perspective on the importance of appearance in shaping our sense of self and identity.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Aids to the Study of Dante, by C. E. Norton. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766131173.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: 1162843861
• ISBN13: 9781162843865
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"