Publisher's Synopsis
The Vision of Dante Alighieri or Hell, Purgatory and Paradise is a classic literary work written by Henry Francis Cary. It is a translation of the epic poem, The Divine Comedy, originally written by Dante Alighieri in the 14th century. The book is divided into three parts, each describing the journey of the poet through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise. In Hell, Dante encounters sinners suffering various punishments for their crimes, while in Purgatory, he meets souls undergoing purification before being allowed to enter Paradise. In Paradise, Dante experiences the Beatific Vision, a mystical experience of God's presence. Cary's translation is considered one of the most faithful to the original text, and his notes and commentary provide valuable insights into the historical and cultural context of Dante's work. The book is a masterpiece of world literature and a timeless exploration of the human condition.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.