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Purgatorio: The Divine Comedy of Dante Alighieri, Vol. 2,New
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In the early 1300s, Dante Alighieri set out to write the three volumes which make the up The Divine Comedy. Purgatorio is the second volume in this set and opens with Dante the poet picturing Dante the pilgrim coming out of the pit of hell. Similar to the Inferno (34 cantos), this volume is divided into 33 cantos, written in tercets (groups of 3 lines). The English prose is arranged in tercets to facilitate easy correspondence to the verse form of the Italian on the facing page, enabling the reader to follow both languages line by line. In an effort to capture the peculiarities of Dante's original language, this translation strives toward the literal and sheds new light on the shape of the poem. Again the text of Purgatorio follows Petrocchi's La Commedia secondo l'antica vulgata, but the editor has departed from Petrocchi's readings in a number of cases, somewhat larger than in the previous Inferno, not without consideration of recent critical readings of the Comedy by scholars such as Lanza (1995, 1997) and Sanguineti (2001). As before, Petrocchi's punctuation has been lightened and American norms have been followed. However, without any pretensions to being 'critical', the text presented here is electic and being not persuaded of the exclusive authority of any manuscript, the editor has felt free to adopt readings from various branches of the stemma. One major addition to this second volume is in the notes, where is found the Intercantica a section for each canto that discusses its relation to the Inferno and which will make it easier for the reader to relate the different parts of the Comedy as a whole.
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has seven hundred four pages. It contains extensive content that explores Dante Alighieri's themes in 'Purgatorio'.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The book measures nine point twenty-nine inches in length, six point twelve inches in width, and one point eighty-seven inches in height.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book has a paperback binding. This makes it lightweight and easy to handle for reading.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is Robert M. Durling. He is known for his translations and interpretations of Dante's works.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book belongs to the Medieval genre. It focuses on themes relevant to Dante's era and literary style.
- Q: How do I read this book in both languages? A: You can read this book in both English and Italian. The English prose is arranged in tercets to facilitate line-by-line correspondence.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners. The translation aims to be accessible while retaining the essence of the original text.
- Q: What can I expect from the notes in this book? A: The notes include a section called Intercantica for each canto. This helps readers relate different parts of the Comedy as a whole.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. This will help preserve its condition over time.
- Q: Can I clean this book if it gets dirty? A: No, do not clean this book with water or cleaning agents. Instead, handle it with care to avoid dirt accumulation.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you can initiate a return process. Please contact customer support for assistance.
- Q: Does this book contain illustrations? A: Yes, this book contains numerous line drawings. These illustrations complement the text and enhance understanding.
- Q: How does this translation differ from others? A: This translation strives for a literal approach, capturing Dante's original language's peculiarities. It also incorporates modern critical interpretations.
- Q: Is there a glossary or index in this book? A: No, this book does not contain a glossary or index. However, the notes provide context and clarification for each canto.
- Q: What is the publisher of this book? A: The publisher of this book is Oxford University Press. They are known for their academic and literary publications.
- Q: Are there any adult themes in this book? A: Yes, this book includes themes that may be considered adult. Readers should be aware of the historical and literary context.