Paradise Lost
Paradise Lost by John Milton, published by Random House Publishing Group in 2008, is a 512-page edition of this epic poem that explores the conflict between God and the fallen angel, Satan. Edited by William Kerrigan, John Rumrich, and Stephen M. Fallon, this version is drawn from the Modern Library’s acclaimed collection and incorporates contemporary scholarship, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of Milton’s work.
This edition features a substantial introduction and fresh commentary, along with annotations on classical allusions, a chronology of Milton’s life, and an index, enhancing the reading experience. As a significant piece of poetry, it delves into themes of fate, free will, and divinity, making it a notable contribution to English literature. The clean page layouts and thoughtful organization aim to present Milton’s timeless work in a manner that is accessible to modern readers.
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Edited by William Kerrigan, John Rumrich, and Stephen M. Fallon
John Milton’s Paradise Lost, an epic poem on the clash between God and his fallen angel, Satan, is a profound meditation on fate, free will, and divinity, and one of the most beautiful works in world literature. Extracted from the Modern Library’s highly acclaimed The Complete Poetry and Essential Prose of John Milton, this edition reflects up-to-date scholarship and includes a substantial Introduction, fresh commentary, and other features—annotations on Milton’s classical allusions, a chronology of the writer’s life, clean page layouts, and an index—that make it the definitive twenty-first-century presentation of John Milton’s timeless signature work.
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