Understanding Dante (William and Katherine Devers Series in Dante and Medieval Italian Literature)

Built on a lifetime of study of the late 13th- and early 14th-century poet, this new book from John Scott guides both the uninitiated and more familiar readers towards a better understanding of Dante. His major and minor works, with extensive quotations given in Italian and English translation, are discussed in the order in which they were composed along with an examination of Dante's language and craft, his vision and ideals. His works are also placed within the context of the world in which he lived and wrote. A glossary, extensive notes, cited works and a chronology, all make this a useful guide and sourcebook.