Evolution of Dante

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Evolution of Dante
Dante Alighieri, was an Italian poet from Florence Italy, born in 1265. He was best known for his central work “the divine comedy” later named La divina commedia. It is considered the greatest literary piece composed in the Italian language.
Dante’s life was influenced by the long history between the papal partisans and imperial called, Guelfs and Ghibelliness. He grew up in a city full of postwar, expansionism and pride.
Florence city, did not only stretch its political power, but were ready and willing to exert intellectual dominance as well.
Brunetto Latini a leading figure in Florence intellectual ascendancy awakened a new public consciousness of a younger generation, including Dante, Forese Donati, and Guido Cavalcanti, encouraging them to put their skills and knowledge forward as writers to the service of their city and country (Iannucci 26).
Dante was gifted ...