The Divine Comedy

The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri
A masterpiece of Italian literature, this epic poem follows Dante's journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise. Rich in allegory, theology, and medieval philosophy, it explores themes of sin, redemption, and divine justice while offering vivid imagery and moral reflection on the afterlife.

Dante Alighieri (1265–1321) was an Italian poet and philosopher, best known for The Divine Comedy, a masterpiece of medieval literature exploring the afterlife through Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso. His work profoundly influenced Western literature and Christian theology, blending allegory, politics, and poetic innovation.