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The book explores Dante's profound thoughts and experiences, focusing on the figure of Beatrice as a symbol of transcendent beauty. Charles Williams offers a clear and enthusiastic examination of Dante's works, particularly The Divine Comedy, emphasizing its theological significance. He addresses themes such as the complexities of language and the role of the feminine in Dante's poetry. First published in 1943, this work serves as both an insightful analysis and a poetic tribute to Dante, appealing to both casual readers and scholars.
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The Figure of Beatrice, Charles Williams
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- The Figure of Beatrice
- Subtitle
- A Study in Dante
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Charles Williams
- Publisher
- Angelico Press
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 240
- ISBN13
- 9781621387664
- Category
- Poetry
- Description
- The book explores Dante's profound thoughts and experiences, focusing on the figure of Beatrice as a symbol of transcendent beauty. Charles Williams offers a clear and enthusiastic examination of Dante's works, particularly The Divine Comedy, emphasizing its theological significance. He addresses themes such as the complexities of language and the role of the feminine in Dante's poetry. First published in 1943, this work serves as both an insightful analysis and a poetic tribute to Dante, appealing to both casual readers and scholars.