Charles S. Singleton papers, 1919-1985.

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Charles S. Singleton papers, 1919-1985.

Collection is largely research notes dealing with Singleton's later work with some correspondence, family photographs, and awards.

12 linear ft.

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eng,

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Singleton, Charles Southward, 1909-....

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Charles Southward Singleton (1909-1985) was professor of Hispanic and Italian studies at The Johns Hopkins University. He specialized in early Italian literature especially the works of Dante and Boccaccio. His best known works were his 6-volume English translation with commentary of Dante's "Divine Comedy" (1975) and his edition of Boccaccio's "Decameron" (1982). From the description of Charles S. Singleton papers, 1919-1985. (Johns Hopkins University). WorldCat record id: 49301344 ...

Boccaccio, Giovanni, 1313-1375

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Epithet: poet and scholar British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000561.0x000124 ...

Dante Alighieri, 1265-1321

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Prolific poet, Florentine exile, and advocate of the Italian vernacular's destined role in the diffusion of literature, philosophy, and political thought. Dante's Divine Comedy proves its importance as a testimony to the beliefs, customs, and the contemporary experience of the late medieval period whose sense of vision prefigures the first signs of Renaissance civilization. This collection original works, criticial works, and memorabilia remains the largest of its kind outside of Italy (Enciclop...