Art of Darkness Dante Alighieri’s Stars
Sep 8, 2023
Dive into the life and work of Dante Alighieri, his influence on literature and language, his encounters with Beatrice and courtly love, political involvement and exile, obstacles to seeking knowledge, and the structure of Paradise in his Divine Comedy. Learn about his tragedies, the Battle of Campaldino, and the uncertain history of his Comedy. Discover the importance of translation, biography, and historical context in understanding Dante's work.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Influence of Dante Alighieri
02:09 • 3min
Exploring the Life and Work of Dante Alighieri
05:33 • 3min
Supporting the podcast and upcoming afterdark episode
08:18 • 3min
Translation, Biography, and Historical Context
11:43 • 4min
Dante Alighieri: An Overview
16:04 • 26min
The Ambiguity of Nobility in Dante Alighieri's Time
41:57 • 9min
Dante's Early Encounters and Influence
51:07 • 28min
Dante's Interactions with Beatrice and the Development of Courtly Love
01:18:48 • 19min
The Battle of Campaldino and Dante's Role
01:38:03 • 7min
Dante's Life and Tragedies
01:45:25 • 27min
Dante's Political Involvement and Exile
02:12:13 • 29min
The Desire for Knowledge and Obstacles to Attaining it
02:41:06 • 1min
Influence of Domestic and Civic Responsibilities
02:42:18 • 14min
Dante Alighieri - Life, Accomplishments, and Exile
02:55:59 • 25min
Encountering Virgil and the Animals
03:21:04 • 31min
Following the Banner and the Terrifying Figure of Judas
03:52:24 • 14min
Meeting Souls in a New Place
04:06:20 • 27min
The Structure of Paradise in Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy
04:33:37 • 16min
The Uncertain History and Publication of Dante Alighieri's Comedy
04:49:57 • 9min
Dante Alighieri's Life and Work
04:58:48 • 5min