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Medieval Optics and Theories of Light in the Works of Dante

Medieval Optics and Theories of Light in the Works of Dante - Studies in Italian Literature

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Publisher's Synopsis

This study investigates Dante's knowledge of several traditions of the extensive medieval literature on light and optics and examines how he assimilates and reworks related imagery, themes, and motifs in his writing.

Book information

ISBN: 9780773478084
Publisher: E. Mellen Press
Imprint: E. Mellen Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 851.1
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 301
Weight: 635g
Height: 230mm
Width: 165mm
Spine width: 25mm