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Paradise Lost

Adam and Eve’s Disobedience and the Battle Between Satan and God

byJohn Milton

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Book Edition Details

ISBN:0140424393
Publisher:Penguin Classics
Publication Date:2003
Reading Time:1 minutes
Language:English
ASIN:0140424393

Summary

Within the vast tapestry of English literature, John Milton's "Paradise Lost" stands as a monumental epic of cosmic dimensions. Amid the celestial and infernal realms, a fierce struggle unfolds, where the defiance of Satan and his fallen angels ignites an epic confrontation with divine forces. At the heart of this titanic clash are Adam and Eve, whose deeply human vulnerabilities and desires lead them to a fateful choice. As their love succumbs to temptation, the poem delves into profound inquiries about free will, sin, and the nature of evil. Written during a time of profound political and religious turmoil, Milton's masterpiece continues to resonate, capturing the imagination and challenging the intellect with its grand scale and ambitious vision. An enduring classic, "Paradise Lost" remains a powerful testament to the eternal conflict between innocence and corruption.

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Paradise Lost

By John Milton

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