Life and Writings of John Milton

Life and Writings of John Milton

Life and Writings of John Milton

There is no disputing that John Milton is one of the supreme writers in the history of English letters. Yet, for a number of reasons, many modern readers are unaware of the pleasures of his often intimidating poetry and prose. The Life and Writings of John Milton is a thorough examination of this seminal Western writer designed to help you understand his poetry: its richness and depth; its representation of 17th-century English life; and its impact on the Western literary canon. Award-winning Professor Seth Lerer gives you both an introduction to Milton's achievements and a means by which you can cultivate your own thoughts and opinions about works including Paradise Lost, Areopagitica, Samson Agonistes, and "Lycidas."

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