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  1. LibriVox recording by Owen. Book One, Part 1. Paradise Lost is an epic poem in blank verse by the 17th-century English poet John Milton (1608–1674). The first version, published in 1667, consists of ten books with over ten thousand lines of verse.

  2. Paradise Lost. : Book 1 (1674 version) By John Milton. OF Mans First Disobedience, and the Fruit. Of that Forbidden Tree, whose mortal tast. Brought Death into the World, and all our woe, With loss of Eden, till one greater Man. Restore us, and regain the blissful Seat, Sing Heav'nly Muse, that on the secret top.

  3. 167,643 ratings5,926 reviews. John Milton's Paradise Lost is one of the greatest epic poems in the English language. It tells the story of the Fall of Man, a tale of immense drama and excitement, of rebellion and treachery, of innocence pitted against corruption, in which God and Satan fight a bitter battle for control of mankind's destiny.

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  4. Apr 29, 2003 · "Paradise Lost" is an unparalleled epic by John Milton. With captivating imagery, complex characters, and profound themes, Milton's poetic brilliance takes readers on a remarkable journey. From the depths of Hell to the heights of Heaven, this timeless work explores the human condition, free will, and the consequences of our choices.

  5. Feb 1, 1992 · Author. Milton, John, 1608-1674. Title. Paradise Lost. Note. See also #20, which is from a substantially different print edition. #20 has 10 books, while #26 has 12 books. Credits.

    • Milton, John, 1608-1674
    • English
    • Dr. Joseph Raben
    • Paradise Lost
  6. Analysis. Milton introduces his subject: “man’s first disobedience” against God and its sorrowful consequences. In the first line Milton refers to the consequences as the “fruit” of disobedience, punning on the fruit of the forbidden Tree of Knowledge, which Adam and Eve will eat against God’s commandment. This single act will bring ...

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  8. May 26, 2024 · Many scholars consider Paradise Lost to be one of the greatest poems in the English language. It tells the biblical story of the fall from grace of Adam and Eve (and, by extension, all humanity) in language that is a supreme achievement of rhythm and sound. The 12-book structure, the technique of beginning in medias res (in the middle of the ...

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