Dante: His Times and His Work

In "Dante: His Times and His Work," Arthur John Butler meticulously examines the intricate tapestry of Dante Alighieri's life, exploring how the socio-political turmoil of 13th-century Florence influenced his poetry. Butler's literary style harmoniously blends scholarly analysis with narrative flair, making complex themes of love, morality, and cosmology accessible to both academics and general readers. The book situates Dante within the broader context of medieval literature and philosophy, dr ...