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Institute of Continuing Education (ICE)

Dante's dark wood: introducing the Divine Comedy

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This course explores Dante’s writing, focusing on the Divine Comedy. The texts will be discussed in translation and particular attention will be paid to medieval culture and and Dante's influence on English literature, including Chaucer. The final session will examine the impact of Dante’s writing upon modern authors, including Samuel Beckett, T S Eliot and Seamus Heaney.

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Unless otherwise stated, teaching and assessment for ICE courses are in English. Students whose first language is not English should refer to the Competence in the English Language Policy for further guidance.

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Course dates

26 Apr 2017 to 31 May 2017

Course duration

5 week(s)

Course fee

£150

Academic Directors, Course Directors and Tutors are subject to change, when necessary.

Venue

Institute of Continuing Education
University of Cambridge
Cambridge
CB23 8AQ
UK

Qualifications / Credits

Non-accredited

Course code

1617NWR007

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    Madingley Hall
    Madingley
    Cambridge
    CB23 8AQ

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