Includes bibliographical references (p. [231]-240) and index
Virgil's taming of Plutus and Capaneus, and the pilgrim's changing perceptions -- The blindness of Virgil in Inferno 8-9, Purgatorio 15-16, and Purgatorio 22-23 -- Encounters with the heavenly beings in Hell and Purgatory -- The eclipse of Virgil and the ascent of Mary after her son -- Virgil, John the Baptist, and the downward journey "di giro in giro."
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Using hidden linguistic configurations, explores the issue of Virgil's authority in the Divine comedy as compared to other poets, guides, and demons