The Divine Comedy
Dante's epic poem chronicles the poet's journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise, guided by Virgil and Beatrice. Beyond its religious allegory, the work explores love, justice, redemption, and the human soul's journey toward the divine. Its vivid imagery and psychological depth have influenced Western literature and thought for centuries.
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