In the middle of the journey of our life I came to · Dante Alighieri

The darkest places in hell are reserved for those

In the middle of the journey of our life I came to myself within a dark wood where the straight way was lost.

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Dante Alighieri

1265-05-30 — 1321-09-13 · Florença

Dante Alighieri was a Florentine poet of the Middle Ages, widely considered the greatest poet of the Italian language and the most important writer of the Western Middle Ages. His epic poem, the Divine Comedy, is regarded as one of the greatest works of world literature and has had a profound impact on religious, political, and literary thought. Dante's work is characterized by its theological depth, intricate symbolism, and vivid depictions of the afterlife. His synthesis of medieval Christian theology, classical philosophy, and contemporary politics solidified his place as a central figure in literary and intellectual history, shaping the development of Italian language and literature.