Reforming the Humanities: Literature and Ethics from Dante through Modern Times

by Peter Levine

Through an analysis of Dante's story of Paolo and Francesco, this book combines contemporary ethical theory, literary interpretation, and historical narrative to defend the humanities as a source of moral guidance.

243 pages, Hardcover

First published December 15, 2009

About the author

Peter Levine is an author, associate dean at Tufts University, and professor of philosophy.