Milton

By Rose Macaulay

Book Overview

Milton by Macaulay, Lord is a literary biography of the famous English poet, John Milton. The book provides a comprehensive account of Milton's life, works, and impact on English literature. Macaulay explores Milton's childhood, education, political and religious beliefs, and his literary career. He also delves into Milton's major works, including his epic poem, Paradise Lost, and analyzes their themes, style, and influence on contemporary literature.In addition to Milton's life and works, Macaulay also examines the historical context in which Milton lived and wrote. He discusses the political and religious turmoil of the seventeenth century, including the English Civil War, the Commonwealth, and the Restoration. Macaulay also explores the intellectual and cultural movements of the time, such as the Renaissance, the Reformation, and the Enlightenment.Overall, Milton by Macaulay, Lord is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of England's greatest poets. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Milton, English literature, or seventeenth-century history and culture.THIS 74 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Critical and Historical Essays: The Complete Writings of Lord Macaulay V1, by Lord Macaulay. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766183637.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: 142546520X
• ISBN13: 9781425465209
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 76 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"