It's been one heck of a week! I'm trying to change my life around a bit, so I've been a little busy this past week! But, it's Timeless Tuesday, and I've remembered a great book for today! I was rearranging my bookcase to try and fit more books on it, and I found my copy of 'Inferno' by Dante Alighieri, or as most people know it, 'Dante's Inferno.'
This story was written sometime between 1310-1314 by Dante, and is part of 'The Divine Comedy.'
It follows Dante as he enters Hell while still alive, led by his guide, Virgil. Together, they pass through the gates and go on a journey to view Hell. However, since Dante is still alive, they do run into obstacles since no living man is supposed to be there. However, Virgil is able to help Dante gain entrance. They see all types of horrors one can expect from the mind of a god-fearing man living in the 1300's. They see people who must spend eternity in all manners of punishment and tortures.
They go through the nine circles of Hell, with each level representing a certain sin, and holding those who have committed those sins there, before finally arriving to find Satan enduring his own punishment.
This is one of those books that might not be for everyone, since it is a tough read, but it's considered one of the world's greatest pieces of literature. The story is so well delivered and intricate that, if you find a copy that's easy for you to read, the story will be long remembered by you. There are so many translations out there that it's difficult to just look at one and be able to read it. You have to find a copy with a translation that is also more modernized than any of the others.
I've included a link to the copy I own. It's one of the best English translations out there, making it easier to read the passages of the story compared to other translations that use older and outdated writing styles. If you're planning to read it, try the link below.
This story was written sometime between 1310-1314 by Dante, and is part of 'The Divine Comedy.'
It follows Dante as he enters Hell while still alive, led by his guide, Virgil. Together, they pass through the gates and go on a journey to view Hell. However, since Dante is still alive, they do run into obstacles since no living man is supposed to be there. However, Virgil is able to help Dante gain entrance. They see all types of horrors one can expect from the mind of a god-fearing man living in the 1300's. They see people who must spend eternity in all manners of punishment and tortures.
They go through the nine circles of Hell, with each level representing a certain sin, and holding those who have committed those sins there, before finally arriving to find Satan enduring his own punishment.
This is one of those books that might not be for everyone, since it is a tough read, but it's considered one of the world's greatest pieces of literature. The story is so well delivered and intricate that, if you find a copy that's easy for you to read, the story will be long remembered by you. There are so many translations out there that it's difficult to just look at one and be able to read it. You have to find a copy with a translation that is also more modernized than any of the others.
I've included a link to the copy I own. It's one of the best English translations out there, making it easier to read the passages of the story compared to other translations that use older and outdated writing styles. If you're planning to read it, try the link below.