Dante’s Inferno, translated and illustrated by Tom Phillips
This product description highlights the unique 1985 Thames & Hudson first edition of Dante’s Inferno, translated and fully illustrated by acclaimed British artist Tom Phillips.
A Visual and Literary Masterpiece
Experience Dante Alighieri’s epic journey through the underworld like never before. This stunning edition features a complete text translation created by painter and printmaker Tom Phillips. Phillips acts as both your translator and your visual guide, bringing the 34 Cantos of the Inferno to life.
The book contains 138 vibrant color illustrations that offer a dramatic visual commentary on the trek through hell. Many images feature embedded secondary text that forms a lyrical counterpart to Dante’s themes. This creates a deep, multi-layered reading experience where art and poetry merge seamlessly.
Premium Book Details
This hardcover volume is a beautiful addition to any book collection or coffee table.
- Binding & Cover: Bound in rich green cloth over durable boards with stamped gilt lettering on the spine and a gilt illustration on the front panel.
- Artistic Extras: Includes red and green illustrated endpapers and a built-in ribbon bookmark.
- Exclusive Commentary: Features detailed notes from Phillips on the genesis of each picture and how it connects to Dante’s core themes.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Title | Dante’s Inferno: The First Part of the Divine Comedy |
| Translator & Illustrator | Tom Phillips |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson (1985) |
| ISBN-10 | 0500013624 |
| Page Count | 311 pages |
| Format | Hardcover with pictorial dust jacket |
| Dimensions | 11 3/4″ x 8 1/2″ (4to) |
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$ 200.00
