Dante's Divine Comedy in Early Renaissance England : The Collision of Two ...

Name: Dante's Divine Comedy in Early Renaissance England : The Collision of Two ...
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Explore the fascinating collision of two worlds in "Dante's Divine Comedy in Early Renaissance England." This meticulously researched study by Jonathan Hughes compares the intellectual and religious landscape of 13th-century Florence with that of English intellectuals surrounding Humphrey, Duke of Gloucester. Discover how vernacular writers like John Lydgate and Robert Hoccleve grappled with the self and humanity's place in the world, while the appearance of Dante's "Commedia" served as a potent reminder of the cost of intellectual inquiry. Key Features: * Compares Dante's Florence with 15th-century English intellectual thought. * Explores the development of the self and classical influences in England. * Analyzes the impact of Dante's "Commedia" on English writers. * Offers a new perspective on Dante scholarship and 15th-century English culture. This innovative work provides unique insights into intellectual thought and culture in 15th-century England, offering a new perspective on Dante scholarship. Summary: Dante's Divine Comedy in Early Renaissance England, Hardcover Book, English, Jonathan Hughes (Author), 440 pages, First edition, ISBN 9781350146280.