The Divine Comedy of Dante Alighieri is a classic literary work that has been translated into many languages. This particular version, V20 of the Harvard Classics, features the original Italian text alongside an English translation. The Divine Comedy is an epic poem that tells the story of Dante's journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven. Along the way, he encounters various characters, both real and fictional, and engages in philosophical and theological discussions. The poem is divided into three parts, each corresponding to one of the realms of the afterlife. The Harvard Classics edition includes an introduction by the translator, Charles Eliot Norton, as well as footnotes and annotations to help readers understand the historical and cultural context of the work. This edition is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, philosophy, or theology, and is a testament to the enduring power and relevance of Dante's masterpiece.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1909 Edition.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.