| Description |
viii, 247 p. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. [231]-240) and index. |
| Contents |
Virgil's taming of Plutus and Capaneus, and the pilgrim's changing perceptions -- The blindness of Virgil in Inferno 8-9, Purgatorio 15-16, and Purgatorio 22-23 -- Encounters with the heavenly beings in Hell and Purgatory -- The eclipse of Virgil and the ascent of Mary after her son -- Virgil, John the Baptist, and the downward journey "di giro in giro." |
| Summary |
Using hidden linguistic configurations, explores the issue of Virgil's authority in the Divine comedy as compared to other poets, guides, and demons. |
| Reproduction |
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI : ProQuest, 2015. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest affiliated libraries. |
| Language |
In English with some Italian. |
| Subject |
Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321. Divina commedia.
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Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321 -- Characters -- Virgil.
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Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321 -- Technique.
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Virgil -- In literature.
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Repetition in literature.
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| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Added Author |
ProQuest (Firm)
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| ISBN |
9780773536555 (acid-free paper) |
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0773536558 |
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9780773582569 (e-book) |
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