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An Irish precursor of Dante

By Charles Stuart Boswell
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The study examines an early medieval Irish vision of the afterlife attributed to an eighth-century saint, beginning with a biographical account of the seer and manuscript history, followed by an English translation of the vision that describes a celestial city with seven walls, the soul's passage through seven heavens, judgments, purgatorial torments, a Bridge of Doom, and varied punishments for sins. It then situates the vision within classical, Oriental, and Christian apocryphal traditions, tracing parallels, possible influences, and thematic affinities with later medieval visions.

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Charles Stuart Boswell

Charles Stuart Boswell was an Irish author and scholar known for his work in literary criticism and historical analysis. His notable work, "An Irish Precursor of Dante," explores the connections between Irish literature and the broader European literary tradition, particularly the influence of Dante Alighieri. Boswell's writings contribute to the understanding of Ireland's literary heritage and its place within the context of medieval and Renaissance literature. His scholarly approach offers insights into the cultural and historical factors that shaped literary development in Ireland.

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