John Milton Books
John Milton (1608–1674) was an English poet, intellectual, and civil servant. He’s widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in the English language. Of his numerous books, Paradise remains his most important work. Despite facing challenges such as political persecution and blindness in his later years, Milton left a significant impact on Western literature and political thought.
What's Paradise Lost about?
Paradise Lost (1667) is an early classic of English literature. In over ten thousand lines of verse, the epic poem tells the biblical story from Satan’s rebellion against God to Adam and Eve’s original sin. Written at a time of great political and religious upheaval, the epic proves an impressive inquiry of free will, sin, and the nature of evil to this very day.
Who should read Paradise Lost?
- Fans of epic battles between good and evil
- Students of English literature
- Anyone interested in theology and philosophy
What's Areopagitica about?
Areopagitica (1644) details Milton's passionate appeal for freedom of the press and against censorship. Arguing for the right to freely express and circulate ideas, it erects a crucial pillar of democratic society.
Who should read Areopagitica?
- Freedom of speech advocates
- Aspiring political scientists
- Literature enthusiasts