Presents three major works by the seventeenth-century English poet, including his epic poem "Paradise Lost," which depicts the creation, fall, and redemption of humankind and the moral and spiritual dilemmas of God's judgment.
With the three works included in this volume--Paradise Lost, Samson Agonistes, and Lycidas--Milton placed himself next to Shakespeare, Dante, and Homer as one of the greatest literary genius in history.
Presents three major works by the seventeenth-century English poet, including his epic poem "Paradise Lost," which depicts the creation, fall, and redemption of humankind and the moral and spiritual dilemmas of God's judgment.
The three masterworks by the great 17th-century English poetQ"Paradise Lost, Samson Agonistes," and "Lygidas"--are gathered together in this one volume that includes full annotations and explanations, and a new Introduction. Reissue.
With the three works included in this volume--Paradise Lost, Samson Agonistes, and Lycidas--Milton placed himself next to Shakespeare, Dante, and Homer as one of the greatest literary genius in history.