Dante Alighieri's "The Divine Comedy" is rich with cultural, historical, and literary references from various traditions. Below is an overview of some significant cultural references found in the text: 1. **Classical Antiquity**: - **Virgil**: Dante's guide through Hell and Purgatory, Virgil represents reason and classical poetry. His works, especially the "Aeneid," heavily influence Dante.
Articles by others on the same topic
There are currently no matching articles.