The Divine Comedy, written by Italian poet Dante Alighieri in the early 14th century, is considered one of the greatest works of literature in history. In this book, J.R. Lowell explores the Christian idea of a triumphant life as embodied in Dante's epic poem. Lowell delves into the symbolism and allegory present in The Divine Comedy, examining the journey of the protagonist, Dante, through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven. He also explores the themes of sin, redemption, and the ultimate goal of human life as depicted in the poem. This book provides a comprehensive analysis of The Divine Comedy and its significance in the Christian tradition.THIS 16 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Aids to the Study of Dante, by J. R. Lowell. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766131173.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.