Interpreting Dan Brown Inferno Reading Between the Lines eBook Deborah Parker Mark Parker
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In this sneak peek into Inferno, Dan Brown's brand new novel, Interpreting Dan Brown's Inferno will provide readers with an engaging introduction to Dante and his world—and the ways in which Brown has repurposed Dante's famous work in his newest Robert Langdon novel. This teaser explores the Prologue and first chapter of Inferno and details to the reader what important facts—and mistakes—they should be aware of while beginning Brown's book. The connection between the Prologue's narrator, aptly named "the Shade," and Langdon is exposed, and the characters are even further illuminated by their relationship to Dante's poem. The reader will come away with an understanding of what Dante's poem can reveal about these characters and the mystifying city of Florence—and perhaps, where the rest of the book may lead.
Interpreting Dan Brown Inferno Reading Between the Lines eBook Deborah Parker Mark Parker
The question posed by the authors, "Does one really need to know Dante to enjoy Dan Brown's Inferno?" has two answers: yes and no. The authors readily admit that some (most?) people will read Brown's Inferno as they have read Brown's past works, in it only for the ride, and not too concerned with any deeper meaning or connections that might be lurking. However, for those who are interested in Brown's latest source material, this book is clearly a must-have. For what it's worth, I think the answer to the authors' question is this: One needs to know Dante to enjoy Dan Brown to the extent that one needs to know Virgil to enjoy Dante. Which is to say, you'll get by without it, but knowing it would be so much better.The thing is, knowledge of Dante allows the reader to engage more deeply with Brown's overall mystery. Even based on the prologue and first chapter alone (Brown's sneak preview), the authors have already developed plausible theories, based on their knowledge of Dante and Florence. Literature buffs will love the excellent close reading, with the authors pointing out the references to various cantos (and even some of Brown's not-quite-accurate depictions, ascribed to his choosing the spirit over the letter of the text). Mystery lovers will relish the chance to develop new theories based on the source material that Brown himself used. In short, these authors are the best at what they do, and if you have any interest at all in Dante (or maybe you need something else to read now that you've finished Dan Brown's interpretation), you should not miss this book.
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Interpreting Dan Brown Inferno Reading Between the Lines eBook Deborah Parker Mark Parker Reviews
I've recently read Dante's Inferno again and I'm looking forward to reading Brown's novel. I think Professor Parker's book is a great help to pinpoint any possible 'difference' between Dante's Inferno and Brown's work.
An indispensable reading both for Dante and Dan Brown experts and fans, and an enlightening guide to the dense and difficult forest of symbols of the Divine Comedy. Deborah and Mark Parker's outstanding literary contribution will be extremely beneficial to millions of readers.
The professors Parker have put together a wonderful resource for readers of Dan Brown's Inferno. Dr. Parker's website worldofdante.org was cited by Dan Brown in the acknowledgments to his book, so even Dan Brown relies on the authors of this book for his information on Dante--so should you. It is easy to read, helpful, and a great resource to understand some of the "secrets" of Dan Brown's Inferno.
This book helps the reader who isn't familiar with Dante to understand all the allusions in Dan Brown's new novel. The wonderful thing about it is that it informs without condescending. The authors know you can enjoy de Brown book without all the things they tell you here, but they also believe, and help you believe, that the novel is even more fun when you get all the references.
This is a great idea for helping people unfamiliar with "The Divine Comedy," or the history that produced it to read and understand Dan Brown's book. I'm looking forward to reading both with my book club soon. Thanks!
Not what it seems. The authors hadn't even read the book! I guess it was supposed to be a "preview" of their larger book based on the preview of Brown's book, but that was not made clear. On top of that, it was not that well written and did not make me want more. Overall, not a satisfying read even if it did only cost 99 cents.
Just downloaded and finish reading the preview of this book. How insightful, wonderful resource for additional information while reading Inferno. It's like looking into the mind of Robert Langdon and how he interprets things. After reading the other reviews, I too have looked into the World of Dante site. Excellent site, full of information. Makes reading Dan Brown's book more of an interactive experience. Great duo read for book club. Looking forward to purchasing and reading the book.
The question posed by the authors, "Does one really need to know Dante to enjoy Dan Brown's Inferno?" has two answers yes and no. The authors readily admit that some (most?) people will read Brown's Inferno as they have read Brown's past works, in it only for the ride, and not too concerned with any deeper meaning or connections that might be lurking. However, for those who are interested in Brown's latest source material, this book is clearly a must-have. For what it's worth, I think the answer to the authors' question is this One needs to know Dante to enjoy Dan Brown to the extent that one needs to know Virgil to enjoy Dante. Which is to say, you'll get by without it, but knowing it would be so much better.
The thing is, knowledge of Dante allows the reader to engage more deeply with Brown's overall mystery. Even based on the prologue and first chapter alone (Brown's sneak preview), the authors have already developed plausible theories, based on their knowledge of Dante and Florence. Literature buffs will love the excellent close reading, with the authors pointing out the references to various cantos (and even some of Brown's not-quite-accurate depictions, ascribed to his choosing the spirit over the letter of the text). Mystery lovers will relish the chance to develop new theories based on the source material that Brown himself used. In short, these authors are the best at what they do, and if you have any interest at all in Dante (or maybe you need something else to read now that you've finished Dan Brown's interpretation), you should not miss this book.
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