A prose and poetry collection, La Vita Nuova details Dante's unrequited love for Beatrice Portinari. It reflects his spiritual and emotional growth, blending personal narrative with philosophical reflections. The work introduces Dante's poetic style and is foundational in understanding his later, more complex works like the "Divina Commedia."

De vulgari eloquentia explores the nature and value of vernacular language. Dante advocates for the use of the Italian vernacular in literature and argues that it is capable of expressing elevated thought, contrasting it with Latin, the dominant literary language of his time. It’s a key text in medieval linguistic theory.

Convivio is a philosophical treatise where Dante explores themes of knowledge, ethics, and politics. Written in the vernacular, it combines poetry with prose to discuss the nature of human happiness, virtue, and wisdom. It is partly a guide to understanding Dante’s own poetic works, offering a broader vision of his intellectual views.

Dante's epic poem, the Divina Commedia, follows his journey through the realms of the afterlife—Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso. The work explores sin, redemption, and divine enlightenment, reflecting Dante's personal and philosophical views on morality and the human condition, as he is guided by figures like Virgil and Beatrice through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven.

The first part, Inferno, depicts Dante’s descent into Hell, guided by the Roman poet Virgil.

In Purgatorio, Dante ascends the Mountain of Purgatory, where souls atone for their sins before reaching Heaven.

The final part of the Divina Commedia, Paradiso describes Dante’s journey through the celestial spheres, guided by Beatrice.

In De Monarchia, Dante argues for the necessity of a universal monarchy to bring peace and justice to the world. He contends that political authority should be separate from religious power, defending the idea that secular leadership is crucial for maintaining order and promoting the common good in society.