About the book
Dante’s Deadly Sins is a unique study of the moral philosophy behind Dante’s master work that considers the Commedia as he intended, namely, as a practical guide to moral betterment. Focusing on Inferno and Purgatorio, Belliotti examines the puzzles and paradoxes of Dante’s moral assumptions, his treatment of the 7 deadly sins, and how 10 of his most powerful moral lessons anticipate modern existentialism.
- Analyzes the moral philosophy underpinning one of the greatest works of world culture
- Summarizes the Inferno and Purgatorio, while underscoring their moral implications
- Explains and evaluates Dante’s understanding of the ‘Seven Deadly Sins’ and the ultimate role they play as the basis of human transgression.
- Provides a detailed discussion of the philosophical concepts of moral desert and the law of contrapasso, using character case studies within Dante’s work
- Connects the poem’s moral themes to our own contemporary condition
Editions of Dante's Deadly Sins
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780470671054
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781118720417
- EBook
- ISBN 9781118112434
- EBook
- ISBN 9781118112410
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Dante’s Deadly Sins is a unique study of the moral philosophy behind Dante’s master work that considers the Commedia as he intended, namely, as a practical guide to moral betterment. Focusing on Inferno and Purgatorio, Belliotti examines the puzzles and paradoxes of Dante’s moral assumptions, his treatment of the 7 deadly sins, and how 10 of his most powerful moral lessons anticipate modern existentialism.
- Analyzes the moral philosophy underpinning one of the greatest works of world culture
- Summarizes the Inferno and Purgatorio, while underscoring their moral implications
- Explains and evaluates Dante’s understanding of the ‘Seven Deadly Sins’ and the ultimate role they play as the basis of human transgression.
- Provides a detailed discussion of the philosophical concepts of moral desert and the law of contrapasso, using character case studies within Dante’s work
- Connects the poem’s moral themes to our own contemporary condition
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dante's Deadly Sins about?
Dante’s Deadly Sins is a unique study of the moral philosophy behind Dante’s master work that considers the Commedia as he intended, namely, as a practical guide to moral betterment. Focusing on Inferno and Purgatorio, Belliotti examines the puzzles and paradoxes of Dante’s moral assumptions, his treatment of the 7 deadly sins, and how 10 of his most powerful moral lessons anticipate modern existentialism.
- Analyzes the moral philosophy underpinning one of the greatest works of world culture
- Summarizes the Inferno and Purgatorio, while underscoring their moral implications
- Explains and evaluates Dante’s understanding of the ‘Seven Deadly Sins’ and the ultimate role they play as the basis of human transgression.
- Provides a detailed discussion of the philosophical concepts of moral desert and the law of contrapasso, using character case studies within Dante’s work
- Connects the poem’s moral themes to our own contemporary condition
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Dante's Deadly Sins?
Philosophy and Religion > Religion and beliefs > Religion: general > Religious issues and debates > Religious ethics
Where can I read a sample of Dante's Deadly Sins?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780470671054
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Dante's Deadly Sins?
Raymond Angelo Belliotti
Who is the Publisher of the book Dante's Deadly Sins?
Wiley
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Dante's Deadly Sins is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780470671054) and paperback(ISBN 9781118720417) and ebook(ISBN 9781118112434) and ebook(ISBN 9781118112410)
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