This course leads students in the close and careful study of Dante’s “Divine Comedy” in modern English translation, following its protagonist through hell, purgatory, and heaven. Students will explore the historical, theological, and artistic context of this great medieval poem, as well as ponder what it might teach us about human nature and values, ethics, and the purpose of life.
Advanced Core Curriculum Designation: WT
Grade Basis: Letter Grade
Credits: 4.0
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