Paradise Lost

Experience the profound depths of John Milton's timeless epic poem, Paradise Lost. This essential literary work, meticulously revised and brought to life by John Leonard, explores the profound cosmological, moral, and spiritual questions central to human existence. In this trade paperback edition, readers will journey through a vast and awe-inspiring cosmos where the charismatic figure of Satan and the innocent pair, Adam and Eve, bring to light the intense tragedy of the Fall of Man. The gripping narrative invites contemplation on themes of authority, redemption, and the nature of good and evil, all while challenging readers to reflect on the complexities of faith and the human condition. Milton, who wrote Paradise Lost in his fifties, faced personal hardships, including blindness and political strife, lending an intriguing dimension to this classic. This revised edition features detailed notes illuminating Milton's rich biblical, classical, and historical references, making it an indispensable companion for both new and seasoned readers alike. With 512 pages of gripping prose, this Penguin Classics edition is a must-have for any literature lover. Explore the haunting beauty and intellectual depth of Paradise Lost today and discover why this epic poem remains a cornerstone of English literature. Enjoy free shipping on your purchase, making it easier than ever to add this classic to your collection.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140424393
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2003
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 512


Description:
John Milton's celebrated epic poem exploring the cosmological, moral and spiritual origins of man's existence, Paradise Lost has been fully revised with an introduction by John Leonard in Penguin Classics.In Paradise Lost Milton produced poem of epic scale, conjuring up a vast, awe-inspiring cosmos and ranging across huge tracts of space and time, populated by a memorable gallery of grotesques. And yet, in putting a charismatic Satan and naked, innocent Adam and Eve at the centre of this story, he also created an intensely human tragedy on the Fall of Man. Written when Milton was in his fifties - blind, bitterly disappointed by the Restoration and in danger of execution - Paradise Lost's apparent ambivalence towards authority has led to intense debate about whether it manages to 'justify the ways of God to men', or exposes the cruelty of Christianity.John Leonard's revised edition of Paradise Lost contains full notes, which elucidates Milton's biblical, classical and historical allusions and discuss his vivid, highly original use of language and blank verse.John Milton (1608-1674) spent his early years in scholarly pursuit. In 1649 he took up the cause for the new Commonwealth, defending the English revolution both in English and Latin - and sacrificing his eyesight in the process. He risked his life by publishing The Ready and Easy Way to Establish a Free Commonwealth on the eve of the Restoration (1660). His great poems were published after this political defeat.If you enjoyed Paradise Lost, you might like Dante's Inferno, also available in Penguin Classics.

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