"Dante: His Times and Work" is a study of the life and work of the great Italian poet Dante Alighieri. The author of the book, Arthur John Butler, reveals to the reader an immersion in medieval Italy, where the unsurpassed masterpiece "Divine Comedy" appeared. He talks about the influence of historical events, political struggles and cultural shifts of the time on Dante's creative path, revealing those aspects that help to better understand his work. This book is an excellent choice for anyone interested in the literature, history, and culture of medieval Europe.