METAPHOR AND ALLEGORY IN LITERARY TEXT: AN ANALYSIS OF DANTE’S DIVINE COMEDY
Abstract
This paper delves into the intricate world of metaphor and allegory within literary texts, focusing on Dante Alighieri's seminal work, the Divine Comedy. Through a comprehensive examination of Dante's use of metaphor and allegory, this article aims to shed light on how these literary devices contribute to the multifaceted layers of meaning in the Divine Comedy, exploring their role in conveying theological, political, and philosophical concepts
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