The Inferno of Dante Alighieri

Ciaran Carson's translation of Dante's "Inferno" offers a fresh and dynamic interpretation, employing a contemporary idiom while preserving the original's intricate rhyme scheme. This version stands out for its poetic strength, akin to Seamus Heaney's "Beowulf" and Ted Hughes's "Tales from Ovid," making it a powerful modern response to a classic text. Carson's work captures the essence and intensity of Dante's epic, creating a translation that resonates with both depth and artistry.