John Milton: Paradise Lost

by Mike Edwards

Paradise Lost is for many the greatest poem written in English. Composed late in the author's life, it deals with nothing less than the destiny of mankind.

This essential introductory
- Leads the reader into the epic poem through detailed analysis of key extracts, exploring Milton's original thought and style
- Provides useful sections on 'Methods of Analysis' and 'Further Work' to aid independent study
- Offers valuable information on Milton's life, times and literary legacy
- Examines the development of critical opinion and discusses some recent critical views of the poem.

John Paradise Lost is ideal for anyone who is studying this complex and beautiful work for the first time. It will enable you to approach your own critical analysis of the poem with confidence.

280 pages, Paperback

First published May 10, 2013

Reviews

[Anne Bernier · Rating 2 out of 5]

I never NOT complete a book that I start, but I am giving up on Paradise Lost. Although John Milton uses beautiful language, I have to really concentrate on deciphering every single sentence. My brain is on overdrive trying to logically string together his words. So goodbye Mr. Milton. Maybe I'll try the Cliff note edition.

[Leila Bowers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Incredible poetry - some of the best in any language. Milton was clearly a literary genius, and this is a phenomenal text on the literary level. Is he successful in making a sympathetic and yet detestable villain or defending the ways of God? That is debatable ... and perhaps impossible.