“Hung over her enamour'd, and beheld Beauty, which, whether waking or asleep, Shot forth peculiar graces.”
Quote by John Milton
Work
The Poetical Works of John Milton..Illustrated with Engravings from Drawings by J.M.W. Turner
This book is a compilation of John Milton's poetry, accompanied by engravings that reflect the artist's interpretations of Milton's works. 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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