Comments Of John Ruskin On The Divina Commedia (1903)

Comments of John Ruskin on the Divina Commedia is a book written by the renowned art critic and social thinker, John Ruskin. The book was first published in 1903 and contains a collection of Ruskin's essays and lectures on Dante Alighieri's epic poem, the Divina Commedia.Ruskin's commentary on the Divina Commedia is considered one of the most insightful and influential analyses of the work. In this book, he explores the themes, symbols, and characters of Dante's masterpiece and provides a detailed interpretation of its meaning and significance.The book is divided into two parts. The first part consists of Ruskin's lectures on the Inferno, the second part contains his lectures on Purgatory and Paradise. In each section, Ruskin provides a thorough analysis of the text, drawing on his extensive knowledge of art, literature, and philosophy.Ruskin's commentary on the Divina Commedia is not only a valuable resource for scholars and students of Dante's work, but also a fascinating insight into the mind of one of the most important cultural figures of the 19th century. The book is a testament to Ruskin's intellectual curiosity, his passion for art and literature, and his commitment to understanding the human condition.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.