“Perplexed and troubled at his bad success The Tempter stood, nor had what to reply, Discovered in his fraud, thrown from his hope.”
Quote by John Milton
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The Complete Poetical Works of John Milton: with Life
This book is a compilation of all the known poems written by John Milton, a significant English poet of the 17th century. It includes a detailed biography that provides insight into Milton's life and the historical context of his work. 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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