“Eye me, blest Providence, and square my trial To my proportion'd strength.”
Quote by John Milton
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The Poetical Works of John Milton,: With Notes of Various Authors. To which are Added Illustrations, and Some Account of the Life and Writings of Milton,
This volume presents the complete poetic works of John Milton, a major English poet of the 17th century known for epic poems such as Paradise Lost. The edition includes extensive annotations drawn from various authors, offering critical and explanatory notes on the texts. Additionally, it features illustrative materials that provide visual context, along with a biographical account that outlines Milton's life and his contributions to English literature. The book serves as a scholarly resource for readers seeking a comprehensive understanding of Milton's poetry through multiple interpretive lenses. more
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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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