John Ciardi

Date

4-1-1965

Streaming Media

Length

29 minutes

Notes

John Ciardi, an American poet, translator, and etymologist, translated Dante's Inferno (1954), Purgatorio (1961), and Paradiso (1970).

In this lecture Ciardi discusses literary structure, relationships, and moral philosophy in Dante's Inferno. The recording is incomplete, beginning and ending in the midst of his presentation.

Transferred and preserved by Portland State University Library’s Special Collections with the generous support of the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Oregon State Library.

Subjects

Dante Alighieri -- 1265-1321, Content Analysis, Epic poetry

Original Format

Reel to reel, 7.5 ips, 1/2 track, mono

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Description

Transcript added August 24, 2021.

PSU Library Special Collections and University Archives presents these recordings as part of the historical record. They reflect the recollections and opinions of the individual speakers and are not intended to be representative of the views of Portland State University. They may contain language, ideas, or stereotypes that are offensive to others.

Persistent Identifier

http://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/11064

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