Dennis Looney has uncovered the unique patterns of Dante’s reception by African American writers. The truth is, this quote-which I am going to call “pseudo-Dante”-does not belong to neither of the three, and that is precisely what makes it so unique.Īs many studies have demonstrated, Dante’s interest in political engagement and ethics has been a central aspect of his reception in the United States. In fact, you may have seen people arguing on Twitter over who should be listed as the legitimate author of this saying. “The hottest places in hell are reserved for those who, in times of great moral crisis, maintain their neutrality.” You have probably encountered this quote somewhere-on social media, as the opening quote of a bestselling novel, in an op-ed advocating for activism on either side of the political spectrum-attributed to either Dante Alighieri (1265-1321), John F.
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