The Cryptography Of Dante (1921)

By Walter Arensberg

Book Overview

The Cryptography of Dante is a book written by Walter Arensberg and published in 1921. The book is a detailed analysis of the hidden messages and codes present in the works of Dante Alighieri, particularly in his masterpiece, The Divine Comedy. Arensberg, an American art collector and writer, was fascinated by the use of cryptography in literature and art, and he believed that Dante was a master of this art form.In the book, Arensberg explores the various ways in which Dante encoded his messages, including the use of acrostics, anagrams, and other forms of wordplay. He also examines the historical and cultural context in which Dante wrote, and how this influenced his use of cryptography. The book is divided into chapters that focus on different aspects of Dante's work, such as the symbolism of numbers, the use of myth and legend, and the relationship between Dante's poetry and his political beliefs.The Cryptography of Dante is a fascinating and scholarly work that sheds new light on one of the greatest literary works of all time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in cryptography, literature, or the works of Dante Alighieri.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: 1166063550
• ISBN13: 9781166063559
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 506 Pages
• Weight: 1.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"