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650 Dante's Divine Comedy (with Joseph Luzzi)

The History of Literature

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Exploring Punishment and Personal Narrative in Dante's Universe

This chapter explores the themes of punishment and morality in Dante's Divine Comedy, particularly through the characters of Paul and Francesca. It also examines the autobiographical elements in Dante's work, drawing parallels with the literary journeys of other notable writers.

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