Life And Times Of John Milton (1866)

By William Carlos Martyn

Book Overview

The Life and Times of John Milton is a biography written by William Carlos Martyn in 1866. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of John Milton, one of the most celebrated poets and political thinkers of the 17th century. The biography begins with an overview of Milton's early life, including his childhood and education. It then explores his literary career, including his most famous works such as Paradise Lost, Paradise Regained, and Samson Agonistes. The book also delves into Milton's political activism, including his involvement in the English Civil War and his support for the Commonwealth. Martyn provides a detailed analysis of Milton's life and work, drawing on a range of primary sources including Milton's own writings, letters, and other contemporary accounts. The book also includes a number of illustrations and portraits of Milton, as well as maps and diagrams to help contextualize the events of his life. Overall, The Life and Times of John Milton is a fascinating and insightful biography that offers a rich and detailed portrait of one of the most important figures in English literature and political history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166313255
• ISBN13: 9781166313258
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 314 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"