A Classic
The Divine Comedy is a classic, of course. This edition arrived very quickly and in perfect shape. I was very pleased.
A classic, poetic translation of literature's greatest treasure
The Divine Comedy is essential reading, and John Ciardi's is an essential English translation.
Many years ago, back in high school, I cut my teeth on Ciardi's verse rendering. I've read half a dozen translations since, but Ciardi's is the one I keep coming back to. It is less accurate than Singleton's version, and less heart-wrenchingly beautiful than Dante's Italian, but Ciardi's gift to the ages is compelling and lovely and stands the test of time.
David Wisehart
Author of Devil's Lair
Cheaply Produced
Note that this book is 2" thick and will take up substantial room in a suitcase. The paper appears to be of low quality (better paper would have been thinner, and probably not a great deal more costly), although the quality of the printing is good.
With the advent of word processors, end notes are an unnecessary nuisance. Footnotes would be preferable, especially in a work like "The Divine Comedy" where the notes are so important.
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