Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
EUR 24,38
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Aggiungi al carrelloPAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
EUR 18,22
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Aggiungi al carrelloPaperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intriguing origins of Dante's masterpiece, the Divine Comedy, exploring its roots in ancient Persian literature. The author meticulously traces the evolution of the legend of the Ascension, demonstrating its transmission from Iran to Europe. Through a comparative analysis of various versions of the legend, including the Western accounts of the travels of Saint Brendan, the author unearths the profound influence of Eastern mysticism on Dante's epic journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise. This fascinating study sheds light on the cultural exchange between the Orient and the Occident, revealing the profound impact of Persian thought on one of the greatest works of Western literature, solidifying its place as a timeless masterpiece. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.