5RR, by Dante Alighieri translated by The Rev. Henry Francis Cary, M.A. and illustrated with the designs of M. Gustave Dore.

Notes

Dante's Inferno and Purgatorio are the first two parts of his epic poem, The Divine Comedy. In Inferno, Dante descends through the nine circles of Hell, witnessing the punishments of souls condemned for various sins. Each circle represents a different category of sin, from lust to treachery, with punishments reflecting the severity of the sins. Guided by the Roman poet Virgil, Dante's journey is both a spiritual exploration and a critique of the human condition.

In Purgatorio, Dante ascends Mount Purgatory, where souls undergo purification to reach Paradise. This realm is more hopeful, emphasizing repentance and spiritual growth. Souls here suffer, but their pain leads to redemption, as they strive to cleanse themselves of sin and prepare for eternal bliss. The progression from Hell to Purgatory reflects Dante's vision of moral and spiritual improvement.

Description

Cary's English Text, two large green volumes, beautiful gold tooling on front cover with gold tooling around front and spine, front board on Purgatorio and Paradise is detached, other volume great condition.