Publisher's Synopsis
On Milton's Samson Agonistes is a book written by H. Th. Wolff in 1871. The book analyzes John Milton's play Samson Agonistes, both as a drama and as an illustration of the poet's life. The play is based on the biblical story of Samson, who was a judge and warrior of the Israelites. In the play, Samson is depicted as a tragic hero who is blinded and imprisoned by the Philistines. The book explores the themes of heroism, suffering, and redemption in the play, as well as the parallels between Milton's own life and the character of Samson. The author provides a detailed analysis of the play, including its structure, language, and symbolism, and offers insights into Milton's personal and political views. Overall, On Milton's Samson Agonistes is a valuable resource for scholars and students of English literature, as well as anyone interested in the works of John Milton.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.
