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But it is needful, wrote Charles Eliot Norton, to know Dante as man in order fully to appreciate him as poet. Norton was contrasting Dante with Homer and Shaksi)ere. Of Homer the man, and of Shakspere the man, we know, and need to know, nothing; it is only with them as poets that we are concerned. The mirror they hold up to nature hides them behind it. Dante faces his own mirror, and so appears in the mid-foreground of his reflected world. Interest in the man Dante has also had historical warrant. For four centuries the writings of Dante suffered relative depreciation or neglect. To the Renaissance and the pseudo-classic taste it developed, Dante sscholastic subtlety was repugnant, his graphic but often homely style vulgar. The romantic critics of the early nineteenth century cared little more for the accurate meaning of his great poem. They saw rather in his personality full embodiment of their picturesque middle ages. They were fascinated by the tragic romance of the life of one who as Library of the WorUT a Best Literature: Essay on Dante.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book unveils the depths of Dante's personal journey, exploring his candid self-reflections in his works. The author positions Dante as both a subjective and universal figure, whose emotional experiences mirror those of humanity as a whole. Through detailed textual analysis, the book invites readers to delve into Dante's intimate confessions, which reveal the author's path from sin and despair towards redemption and inner peace. The book delves into Dante's profound meditations on love, desire, and the complexities of the human condition, offering a comprehensive survey of his literary and spiritual significance. By examining the symbolism, allegory, and deeper meanings woven throughout Dante's writings, this book sheds new light on his enduring legacy and provides valuable insights into one of the greatest poets of all time. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334516115_0
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