Works: An Essay on Milton's Paradise Lost [U.A.], Volume 8...

By Arthur Murphy and Samuel Johnson

Book Overview

Volume 8 of Samuel Johnson's collected "Works" presents a detailed essay on Milton's epic poem, "Paradise Lost." Johnson, a towering figure of 18th-century English literature, brings his formidable intellect and critical acumen to bear on Milton's masterpiece, exploring its themes, structure, and enduring significance. Edited by Arthur Murphy, this volume offers readers a valuable insight into Johnson's literary philosophy and his profound engagement with one of the most important works in the English language. Johnson's essays remain essential reading for anyone interested in literary criticism and the history of ideas.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1279932228
• ISBN13: 9781279932223
• Release Date: April 2012
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 436 Pages
• Weight: 1.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.4" x 9.7"