From the Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri: Paradise!
Dante and Beatrice have finally arrived in Paradise.
From the Moon to the Empyrean, passing through the planets and stars, Dante contemplates the splendor and joy that emanate from the blessed.
From sky to sky the light intensifies more and more until reaching the Empyrean. Here Beatrice disappears to make way for Saint Bernard, who accompanies Dante towards kingdom of God.
The simplicity of the narration, lightened by the philosophical and historical parts and lively illustrations intend to offer a first approach to understanding the cultural and human richness contained in Dante’s poem.
Dante for Fun – Paradise is a unique illustrated book. It si designed to introduce primary school children to the understanding of the Divine Comedy by Dante. Through a playful and creative approach, this book offers young readers an extraordinary opportunity to discover the masterpiece of Italian literature in an accessible way.
Dante for Fun – Paradise is more than just a book: it is a complete educational experience that introduces young readers to Dante’s great work in an engaging and stimulating way. Perfect for reading in the classroom or at home, this book is a precious tool for introducing new generations to Italian culture and literature.
From the same series: Dante for fun – Hell and Dante for fun – Purgatory
The books in this series are also available in English.
Dante Alighieri was born in Florence in 1265.
He actively participated in the political life of the city from 1301, due to the conflicts between Guelphs and Ghibellines, he was sentenced to two years of exile. In 1307 he began the fundamental work of his life, the Divine Comedy, a grandiose poem that describes Dante’s journey in the realms of the afterlife under the guidance first of Virgil, then of Beatrice and finally of Saint Bernard.
