Dante Alighieri

Italian poet, author of 'The Divine Comedy'

Dante Alighieri - Italian poet, author of 'The Divine Comedy'
Born

1265
760 years ago

Died

September 14th, 1321
704 years ago — 56 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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An influential Italian poet, Alighieri wrote 'The Divine Comedy,' a monumental epic poem divided into three parts: Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso. Born in Florence, his early life was marked by political turmoil, leading to his exile from the city. Alighieri's work explores themes of morality, spirituality, and the afterlife, reflecting the culture and politics of his time. He also contributed to the development of the Italian language through his writings, which included notable works such as 'La Vita Nuova.' His legacy endures as a cornerstone of Italian literature and a profound influence on Western literary tradition.

Authored 'The Divine Comedy'

Contributed to the Italian language

Wrote 'La Vita Nuova'

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