Publisher's Synopsis
L'Allegro is a book written by John Milton, originally published in 1893. The book is a pastoral poem that celebrates the joys of life and the beauty of nature. The title, L'Allegro, is derived from the Italian word for ""the cheerful one"" and the poem is a contrast to Milton's other work, Il Penseroso, which is more melancholic in nature. The poem is divided into two parts, with the first part describing the pleasures of the countryside and the second part focused on the joys of city life. The poem is filled with vivid descriptions of nature, including the beauty of the morning, the singing of birds, and the sounds of the countryside. Throughout the poem, Milton celebrates the simple pleasures of life, such as spending time with friends, listening to music, and enjoying good food and drink. The poem also touches on themes of love and romance, with references to the Greek god of love, Cupid, and the joy of dancing with a loved one. Overall, L'Allegro is a celebration of life and the beauty of the natural world. It is a joyful and uplifting poem that encourages readers to embrace the simple pleasures of life and find joy in the world around them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
