The Divine Comedy (Barnes & Noble Collectible Editions)

Divine Comedy Hardcover - Bonded Leather - October 01, 2010 (Barnes & Noble Collectible Editions) by Dante Alighieri (Author) Translated by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow , Illustrated by Gustave Dore. 

A landmark of world literature, "The Divine Comedy" tells of the poet Dante's travels through Hell, Purgatory and Paradise in search of salvation. Before he is redeemed by his love for the heavenly Beatrice, he learns the meaning of evil, sin, damnation and forgiveness through a series of unforgettable experiences and encounters in what is considered a pre-eminent work of Italian literature. This edition of "The Divine Comedy" features Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's renowned and 135 full-page reproductions of Gustave Dore's classic engravings from the 1867 edition. "The Divine Comedy" is part of "Barnes & Noble"'s series of quality leatherbound volumes. Each title in the series presents a classic work in an attractively designed edition bound in genuine bonded leather. These books make elegant additions to any home library.

Product details

• Format Leather | 693 pages
• Dimensions 159 x 241 x 45.72mm | 1,247g
• Publication date 01 Oct 2010
• Publisher Barnes & Noble Inc
• Publication City/Country New York, United States
• Language English
• Illustrations note Black and white illustrations
• ISBN10 143510384X
• ISBN13 9781435103849