Mallon Khan

Dante's History

History EN ↓ 28 afleveringen

The poem is allegorical, with multiple meanings. Each episode will cover a canto at a time, summarizing and interpreting the poem based on dozens of commentaries. Check the website for further reading.

Auteur

Mallon Khan

Categorie

History

Website van de podcast

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Nieuwste aflevering

17 sep. 2025

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Afleveringen

Inferno: Canto 3 - The Neutral Angels 15.10.2016 14:42

In this episode the pilgrim reaches the gate of Hell. We'll identify the different entrances to the underworld and learn what the poet thinks of those who remain neutral.

Inferno: Canto 2 - The Ladies of Mercy 17.09.2016 24:34

In this episode, the pilgrim has second thoughts about his journey into the underworld. We'll learn about Beatrice, the woman who inspired the poet to start a new life.

Inferno: Canto 1 - The Beasts of Florence 24.08.2016 15:26

In this debut episode of Dante's History, we'll learn a bit about the author Dante Alighieri and his epic poem The Divine Comedy. Then we jump straight into the Inferno Canto 1. The pilgrim is terrorized by three savage beasts and the poet is confronted by three foes of his own.