| Author |
Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321 |
| Translator |
Leino, Eino, 1878-1926 |
| Title |
Jumalainen näytelmä
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| Alternate Title |
Divine Comedy, Complete
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 47.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Riikka Talonpoika, Tapio Riikonen and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"Jumalainen näytelmä" by Dante Alighieri is a monumental epic poem written in the early 14th century. This work is structured in three distinct parts, exploring themes of sin, redemption, and divine justice as it follows the protagonist, Dante, on his journey through the realms of the afterlife: Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise. It draws heavily on Christian theology and classic philosophy, serving as a reflection of the author's views on morality and the soul's journey towards God. The opening of "Jumalainen näytelmä" introduces us to Dante as he finds himself lost in a dark wood, symbolizing confusion and sin. Overwhelmed by fear and despair, he encounters various formidable creatures that obstruct his path toward enlightenment. His plight leads him to the poet Virgil, who offers to guide him through the infernal landscapes that Dante must traverse to achieve redemption. This initial section sets the stage for a profound exploration of moral dilemmas, divine justice, and the pursuit of spiritual salvation, compelling readers to consider the consequences of their actions in life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
12546 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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