“Sense of pleasure we may well Spare out of life perhaps, and not repine, But live content, which is the calmest life; But pain is perfect misery, the worst Of evils, and excessive, overturns All patience.”
Book:Paradise lost
Quote by John Milton
Work
Paradise lost
Written by John Milton, Paradise Lost is a profound narrative that delves into the origins of evil and the struggle between good and evil. The poem narrates the story of the fall of Adam and Eve, their expulsion from Eden, and the subsequent war in heaven. It is renowned for its complex characters, rich symbolism, and profound theological and philosophical themes. 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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