Dante. An essay. To which is added a translation of De Monarchia.

"Dante. An Essay. To which is added a translation of De Monarchia" by R. W. Church et al. is a comprehensive look into the life and work of Dante Alighieri, focusing on his masterpiece, the "Divina Commedia," and the political treatise "De Monarchia". The essay explores Dante's place as a giant in literature and examines how his personal life and the turbulent times of Italian states, marked by conflicts like the struggle between the Guelfs and Ghibellines, influenced his writing. It argues that Dante's works, deeply personal and reflective of universal human experiences, are essential for understanding not only Italian history but also fundamental aspects of Western thought.