“A limbo large and broad, since call'd The Paradise of Fools to few unknown.”
Book:The Paradise lost
Quote by John Milton
Work
The Paradise lost
Written by John Milton, this seminal work is a narrative poem that tells the story of the fall of man and the subsequent war in heaven. It is renowned for its complex structure, profound theological and philosophical themes, and its use of the English language. more
Author
John Milton
John Milton, born on December 9, 1608, in London, and died on November 8, 1674, was a renowned English poet and scholar. He is best known for his epic poem 'Paradise Lost,' which has had a profound impact on world literature. more
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