Chiose alla cantica dell'Inferno di Dante Alighieri

A newly restored edition brings Jacopo Alighieri’s “Chiose”—the earliest commentary on Dante’s Inferno—into clear focus. Meticulously corrected and supported by scholarly notes, the text reveals how Dante’s own son unpacked the poem’s complex allegories, offering a perspective that could only come from someone who heard the verses directly from their creator. Listeners will hear a thoughtful introduction that frames the work’s historical significance and explains why this once‑overlooked manuscript is essential for anyone exploring the foundations of Dante studies.

The surrounding material paints a vivid picture of the Alighieri family’s turbulent exile and their enduring devotion to learning. A heartfelt dedication to the reigning monarch, a sonnet, and a proem set the stage for the detailed chapter‑by‑chapter analysis that follows. As the commentary unfolds, Jacopo’s insights illuminate the moral and theological layers of the Inferno, inviting listeners to experience the poem through the eyes of the poet’s own son.