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“Inferno” is a thrilling novel written by Dan Brown. Known for his captivating storytelling and intricate plots, Brown once again takes readers on an exhilarating journey filled with mystery, codes, and historical secrets. Set against the backdrop of Florence, Italy, Langdon becomes entangled in a race against time to unravel a sinister plot that threatens to unleash a global catastrophe. The story follows renowned Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon who finds himself immersed in a web of conspiracy and danger. A disturbing discovery leads Langdon on a quest to unravel a dark conspiracy that could change the course of humanity.

Drawing inspiration from Dante Alighieri’s epic poem, “The Divine Comedy,” Brown skillfully weaves together elements of art, symbolism, and codes to create a suspenseful and thought-provoking narrative. With twists and turns at every corner, “Inferno” immerses readers in a world where art and literature hold the key to deciphering hidden secrets and saving humanity from impending doom.

“Inferno” is a gripping blend of history, science, and suspense, skilfully crafted to keep readers on the edge of their seats. With its gripping narrative and thought-provoking themes, Dan Brown’s Inferno is a must-read for fans of intellectual thrillers and adventure.

 

Setting places:

1. The novel “Inferno” takes place in various locations throughout Florence, Italy. The author’s choice of Florence as the primary setting is significant due to its association with Dante, who spent a significant portion of his life in the city. Dante’s love for Florence and his subsequent exile from it add to the city’s thematic importance in the story. In Florence, Langdon awakens after narrowly escaping a gunshot, setting the narrative in motion. The story unfolds in diverse locations within Florence, including Palazzo Vecchio, The Badia Tower, The Church of Dante, and The Baptistry of San Giovanni.
2. Some portion of the story is set in Venice, Italy. Langdon and Sierra speculated that Venice could potentially be the intended location for the release of the virus, drawing on the belief that Dante contracted the disease that led to his death in the city. Langdon visits the iconic landmarks such as St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace. Venice plays a significant role in the plot as Langdon continues his quest for answers.
3. A small portion of the story takes p;ace in the ship known as The Mendacium, that serves as the operational base for the provost and his activities. It is on this ship that Sinskey is taken to watch the video created by Zobrist. Langdon, too, finds himself aboard The Mendacium after being captured by the SRS officers.
4. Some events also took place in Italy’s high-velocity Frecciargento train. Langdon, Sienna and Ferris travelled to Venice by train.
5. Towards the end of the story all the characters reach in Istanbul, Turkey. At first Langdon and Sinskey visit Hagia Sophia in search of Dandolo’s tomb. Finally the climax of the story is set in Yerebatan Sarayi. The Yerebatan Sarayi, which means the sunken palace, it the place where Zobrist filmed his strange announcement for the media. It is also the place to which all of the forces of the SRS and the WHO descend after they determine it was in that place that Zobrist released his virus and then drew thousands of people to that place in order to infect them.
6. In the last scene of the novel, Langdon returns to Florence to return the Death mask of Dante to the museum.

 

Narration:

Third person omniscient narrator.

 

Language and meaning:

The author incorporates a significant amount of foreign phrases in this novel. These phrases can be understood through context clues or are translated within the text itself. It is important for readers to recognize that since the story takes place in foreign countries, most of the characters speak in languages other than English. Sometimes, only parts of conversations are written in foreign languages. The use of foreign words allows Sienna, who aims to manipulate the truth, to provide incorrect translations of other characters’ words to both Langdon and the reader. An example of this occurs when Ferris collapses in St. Mark’s Square. A woman accuses Sienna of punching Ferris in the chest, attributing it to his condition. Sienna pretends that the woman had actually suggested performing CPR on Ferris.

 

Structure:

This 560-page novel consists of 104 chapters, along with a Prologue and an Epilogue. The story commences with a prologue that establishes the foundation for the upcoming events. Its purpose is to captivate the reader’s attention and generate questions that will compel them to seek answers.

The narrative then unfolds through a series of chapters, each unveiling fresh information, propelling the plot forward, and introducing a diverse cast of characters. The chapters are arranged in a manner that cultivates suspense and sustains the reader’s engagement. Within these chapters, the author skillfully employs a combination of dialogue, descriptions, and action to propel the narrative. The perspective primarily follows a third-person point of view, allowing readers to experience the unfolding events from different characters’ perspectives.

The novel’s structure also incorporates flashbacks and historical interludes, which serve to provide backstory, context, and additional insights that deepen the understanding of both the plot and the characters. These sections often delve into significant historical events, art, and literature that play a central role in the storyline.

As the story progresses, the tension and stakes intensify, leading to a climactic moment or a series of events that culminate in the resolution of the main conflict. The final chapters bring together loose ends, unveil the ultimate outcome, and provide a sense of closure to the narrative.

 

Best Quote:

“The disease is overpopulation. And unless we face world population head-on, we are doing nothing more than sticking a Band-Aid on a fast-growing cancerous tumor”

THEMES AND MOTIFS CURIOSITY & SUSPENSE PLOT SUMMARY

CRITICAL OVERVIEW IMPORTANT CHARACTERS CLIFFHANGERS IN NOVEL

DESCRIPTIONS OF OBJECTS, PLACES, ORGANIZATIONS & PROCESSES MOVIE ADAPTATION