The Complete Poetical Works of John Milton - Milton, John
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John Milton (1608-1674) stands among the titanic figures of English literature, renowned for his profound influence on the literary, political, and religious landscape of his time. A master of blank verse, Milton's erudition and intellectual rigor are evident throughout his extensive body of work, eloquently compiled in 'The Complete Poetical Works of John Milton.' Educated at Christ's College, Cambridge, Milton initially positioned himself for a clerical career but ultimately diverted his path towards writing. His staunch Republican views and promotion of civil and religious liberty were reflected in his prose and poetic works, shaped against the tumultuous backdrop of the English Civil War and the Commonwealth period. His magnum opus, 'Paradise Lost,' is a towering epic poem that explores themes of divine justice, free will, and redemption with unprecedented grandeur and complexity. 'Paradise Regained' and 'Samson Agonistes' further showcase his ability to meld classical forms with Christian theology, making Milton a deft practitioner of conflating biblical narratives with classical myths. Blindness in later life did not impede his literary output; rather, it deepened the spiritual and philosophical introspection seen in his later poems. Milton's impact extends beyond literature into the realms of political philosophy and theology, rendering him a multifaceted genius whose works have been meticulously studied, contested, and admired over the centuries.