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Antique Book La Divina Commedia, Italian Language, Dante, Divine Comedy, 1855

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This is an antique copy of The Divine Comedy by Dante (1265 - 1321). An Italian language, bound volume of Inferno, Purgatorio and Paradiso, edited and published in 1855 from the 14th century original. An enduring classic - presented here in the original Italian - the Divine Comedy is Dante Alighieri's 14th century narrative poem, completed just before his death in September 1321. Written in vernacular Florentine dialect rather than the traditional Latin, Dante's influential work helped shape the standardised Italian language as it is known today. Presented in original, lightly timeworn condition, pleasingly intact with minor marks Hard bound with a textured finish in green and light beige with brown spine detail Edited in 1855 from a Second Edition published in Dante's hometown of Florence in 1839 Features all three parts of The Divine Comedy, Inferno (Hell), Purgatory and Paradise Written in Italian across 620 pages, with footnotes at the bottom of many pages This is a wonderful antique copy of The Divine Comedy, in Italian with all three stages of the narrative poem presented here. An enduring classic, delivered ready to display or enjoy. Dimensions: Max Width: 9cm (3.5'') Max Depth: 3cm (1.25'') Max Height: 12.5cm (5'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.93 in (12.5 cm)Width: 3.55 in (9 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1855
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.97221stDibs: LU2645337531132
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