Belonging to the immortal great works of literature, Dante's poetic masterpiece is a heartfelt human drama, an unforgettable visionary journey from the infinite torment of Hell up the arduous slopes of Purgatory towards the glorious realm of Paradise, the sphere of universal harmony and eternal salvation. The Divine Comedy is a dazzling masterpiece of sublime truth and mystical intensity which represents the author's vision of the human soul's afterlife, that is extremely complex and strikingly original in its conception. This unabridged, illustrated edition merges Henry Boyd's and Henry Longfellow's translations into a brilliantly new, comprehensive edition and contains the complete collection of historical, medieval illustrations in color. Influential for seven centuries, this literary classic is a must-have and this luxurious, collectible edition is a stunning addition to any library.