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John Milton: A Biography

John Milton: A Biography

Edmonds, Cyrus R.

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Literary FiguresLiterary CriticismFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1163094242
ISBN13: 9781163094242
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 262
Weight: 0.78
Height: 0.55 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
John Milton: A Biography by Cyrus R. Edmonds is a comprehensive account of the life and works of the famous English poet and writer, John Milton. The book covers Milton's life from his birth in 1608 to his death in 1674, tracing his early years, education, and career as a writer and political activist. Edmonds explores Milton's major works, including his epic poems Paradise Lost, Paradise Regained, and Samson Agonistes, as well as his political writings and pamphlets, which played a significant role in the English Civil War and the Commonwealth period. The book also examines Milton's personal life, including his marriages, family, and friendships, and his religious and philosophical beliefs. Edmonds provides a detailed analysis of Milton's literary style and the cultural and historical context in which he lived and worked. The book draws on a wide range of primary sources, including Milton's own writings, contemporary accounts, and archival material, to offer a rich and nuanced portrait of this influential figure in English literature and history. Overall, John Milton: A Biography is a comprehensive and engaging study of one of the most important writers in the English language. It will appeal to scholars and students of literature, history, and religious studies, as well as general readers interested in the life and works of John Milton.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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