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Reading John Milton is a guide to Miltonâs writings written for students, teachers, and readers everywhere seeking to approach this major figure in English and world literature. Miltonâs works range from the monumental epic Paradise Lost to moving personal sonnets, from the tragic grandeur of Samson Agonistes to prose defenses of political liberty and religious tolerance. This book offers clear, fresh introductions and commentary that make an author with a reputation for difficulty relevant and accessible.

Individual texts are placed in their literary and historical contexts, and explored so as to encourage fresh, independent interpretations informed by the contemporary humanities. Carefully organized for ease of use, the book opens with reasons why Milton matters, ideas for critical approaches, and a biography of Milton. Subsequent chapters are dedicated to groups of works or individual masterpieces. Key themes are placed in focus and a full overview prov

Reading John Milton

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      Publisher Taylor & Francis
      Published 9 October 2024
      ISBN-13 9781032211596
      978-1032211596
      ISBN-10 1032211598
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      ELT & Literary Studies Literary theory

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      Book Synopsis

      Reading John Milton is a guide to Miltonâs writings written for students, teachers, and readers everywhere seeking to approach this major figure in English and world literature. Miltonâs works range from the monumental epic Paradise Lost to moving personal sonnets, from the tragic grandeur of Samson Agonistes to prose defenses of political liberty and religious tolerance. This book offers clear, fresh introductions and commentary that make an author with a reputation for difficulty relevant and accessible.

      Individual texts are placed in their literary and historical contexts, and explored so as to encourage fresh, independent interpretations informed by the contemporary humanities. Carefully organized for ease of use, the book opens with reasons why Milton matters, ideas for critical approaches, and a biography of Milton. Subsequent chapters are dedicated to groups of works or individual masterpieces. Key themes are placed in focus and a full overview prov

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