Joseph Luzzi

Joseph Luzzi, a Professor of Literature at Bard College and author on Dante, dives deep into Dante's Divine Comedy. He shares its breathtaking themes of redemption and morality through personal anecdotes and humor. Luzzi explores Dante's unique choice of the Tuscan dialect and how his political views shaped his literary legacy. The conversation also touches on Dante’s complex characters, the interplay of love and punishment, and how these ideas resonate in modern culture. Prepare for a captivating journey through literature’s timeless relevance!