02326cam a22003493u 4500 64489 UtSlPG 20260610134504.0 m cr n 260607r2021||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 15004618 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PQ Orr, M. A. (Mary Acworth), 1867-1949 Dante and the early astronomers Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2021 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2021-02-07 Paul Marshall, Turget Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Dante and the Early Astronomers" by M. A. Orr is a scholarly work that delves into the intersection of astronomy and Dante Alighieri's literary contributions, likely written in the early 20th century. This publication examines how medieval astronomy influenced Dante's writings, particularly his iconic "Divine Comedy." The focus is on the historical context of astonomy during Dante's lifetime and how it is reflected in his works. The opening of the book sets the stage by outlining the importance of astronomy in Dante's life and the era he lived in. It notes how Dante's engagement with scientific and philosophical texts, particularly after the loss of his beloved Beatrice, ignited a passion for understanding the celestial phenomena that fascinated medieval scholars. The initial chapters introduce the major astronomical principles and movements observable in Dante's time, establishing a foundation for readers to understand Dante's references to celestial bodies and their symbolism throughout his literary oeuvre. The author emphasizes the need for a basic understanding of the astronomy of Dante's era to fully appreciate the depth and significance of his works. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Astronomy, Ancient Early maps Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321 -- Knowledge -- Astronomy Astronomy, Medieval https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64489 105312 105312