The Divine Comedy

Written by Dante Alighieri

Narrated by Multiple Narrators

Dante Alighieri's poetic masterpiece, The Divine Comedy, is a moving human drama, an unforgettable visionary journey through the infinite torment of Hell, up the arduous slopes of Purgatory, and on to the glorious realm of Paradise—the sphere of universal harmony and eternal salvation.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Author's Republic
• Release date: Aug 30, 2016
• ISBN: 9781518933400

Dante Alighieri

Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) was an Italian poet. Born in Florence, Dante was raised in a family loyal to the Guelphs, a political faction in support of the Pope and embroiled in violent conflict with the opposing Ghibellines, who supported the Holy Roman Emperor. Promised in marriage to Gemma di Manetto Donati at the age of 12, Dante had already fallen in love with Beatrice Portinari, whom he would represent as a divine figure and muse in much of his poetry. After fighting with the Guelph cavalry at the Battle of Campaldino in 1289, Dante returned to Florence to serve as a public figure while raising his four young children. By this time, Dante had met the poets Guido Cavalcanti, Lapo Gianni, Cino da Pistoia, and Brunetto Latini, all of whom contributed to the burgeoning aesthetic movement known as the dolce stil novo, or “sweet new style.” The New Life (1294) is a book composed of prose and verse in which Dante explores the relationship between romantic love and divine love through the lens of his own infatuation with Beatrice. Written in the Tuscan vernacular rather than Latin, The New Life was influential in establishing a standardized Italian language. In 1302, following the violent fragmentation of the Guelph faction into the White and Black Guelphs, Dante was permanently exiled from Florence. Over the next two decades, he composed The Divine Comedy (1320), a lengthy narrative poem that would bring him enduring fame as Italy’s most important literary figure.

Reviews for The Divine Comedy

[Nithi Nithi · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book listening is very terrible. And hearing this audio book imagine to we are going into another world. I like this. Sound of women is eco. Some sounds make me fear

[LaneDedrick · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

This audio interpretation is presented with all the professionalism and polish of a group project for a college literary class with readers taking turns reading five cantos apiece, some being able to communicate understanding of the text they are reading while others show very little understanding as they ramble through this masterpiece. In my listening, I got as far as the 11th canto which was already the third reader. I couldn’t bear to hear anymore. I wish someone had told me that this was a non-professional production. I’m mildly upset I won’t get the time back that it took me to listen to 10 and a half cantos.

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[Kaleb Daniels · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The Divine Comedy has had a profound impact on literature, art, and culture throughout the centuries. It has inspired countless artists, writers, and thinkers, influencing works of literature, visual art, music, and film.

[Shiella D. · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The Divine Comedy is a medieval epic poem written by the Italian poet Dante Alighieri. Composed between 1308 and 1321, it is widely regarded as one of the greatest works of world literature and a cornerstone of Western literature. Divided into three parts—Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso—it narrates Dante's allegorical journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven, guided by the Roman poet Virgil and later by Dante's beloved Beatrice.

[Roldan Mamaspas · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Love, both human and divine, is a central theme of The Divine Comedy. Dante's love for Beatrice serves as a driving force for his spiritual journey, while the divine love of God and the saints offers hope of redemption for humanity.

[Murielle · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The final part of the poem takes place in Paradise, where Dante experiences the celestial realms and encounters the blessed souls of the saints, angels, and the Virgin Mary. Guided by Beatrice, Dante ascends through the celestial spheres, each representing a different virtue, until he reaches the ultimate vision of God.

[Arthur Carpenters · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The Divine Comedy is rich in allegorical and symbolic imagery, with each character, setting, and event representing deeper moral, theological, or philosophical concepts. The poem serves as an allegory for the soul's journey towards God and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment.

[Shiembie · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The Divine Comedy explores the concepts of divine justice, punishment, and redemption. Each realm—Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven—reflects different aspects of divine justice, where souls are rewarded or punished according to their actions in life.

[kenny · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Dante's vivid imagery, profound philosophical insights, and poetic craftsmanship have earned "The Divine Comedy a lasting place in the canon of world literature. It continues to be studied and celebrated for its timeless themes, intricate symbolism, and profound exploration of the human condition and the divine.