Explore the medieval afterlife’s rich tapestry of imagination. This volume from Cambridge Studies in Medieval Literature critically examines concepts of heaven, hell, and purgatory from Antiquity to the 16th century. Discover fresh perspectives challenging previous scholarship on the medieval afterlife, featuring insights into Gregory the Great and Dante. A crucial read for students and scholars of medieval literature, history, theology, and art seeking a comprehensive understanding of eternal destinations. Essential for academic libraries and serious readers in India.