spirits, that toward us mov'd their steps, (Canto III., line 60)

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"Spirits, that toward us mov'd their steps" is an evocative illustration by the renowned French artist Gustave Doré, created as part of his extensive series of engravings for Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy." This particular illustration corresponds to a scene in Canto III of "Inferno," where Dante and his guide, the Roman poet Virgil, encounter the souls of the damned as they enter the gates of Hell. The line "spirits, that toward us mov'd their steps" captures the moment when these tormented souls, driven by an unrelenting force, move towards the protagonists, embodying the despair and hopelessness that pervades Dante's vision of the afterlife.

Doré's interpretation of this scene is marked by his characteristic attention to detail and dramatic use of light and shadow, which serve to heighten the emotional intensity of the encounter. The artist's ability to convey the anguish and suffering of the souls through their contorted forms and expressions is a testament to his skill in visual storytelling. The composition of the illustration, with its swirling masses of figures and the stark, foreboding landscape, draws the viewer into the chaotic and nightmarish world that Dante describes in his epic poem.

Gustave Doré's illustrations for the "Divine Comedy" were first published in 1861 and have since become some of the most iconic visual interpretations of Dante's work. Doré's engravings not only complement the text but also offer a profound and immersive experience of the poem's themes and imagery. His work on the "Divine Comedy" solidified his reputation as one of the foremost illustrators of the 19th century and continues to influence artists and readers alike. The illustration "spirits, that toward us mov'd their steps" remains a powerful representation of the eternal suffering and moral consequences depicted in Dante's "Inferno."

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