Publisher's Synopsis
The First Book of Milton's Paradise Lost is a classic literary work that was first published in 1861. The book is written by John Milton, a renowned English poet, and it is the first part of his epic poem Paradise Lost. The poem tells the story of Adam and Eve's fall from grace and their expulsion from the Garden of Eden. The First Book of Milton's Paradise Lost is divided into ten sections, and it begins with an invocation to the Muse to inspire the poet's words. The poem then introduces Satan, who has been cast out of heaven and is determined to seek revenge against God by corrupting humanity. Satan and his fallen angels land on Earth, and Satan decides to take the form of a serpent to deceive Eve.The book explores themes of temptation, sin, and the consequences of disobedience. It also delves into the nature of good and evil and the power of free will. Milton's eloquent language and vivid imagery make the poem a masterpiece of English literature.Overall, The First Book of Milton's Paradise Lost is a must-read for anyone interested in classic literature, poetry, and religious themes. It is a timeless work that continues to inspire and captivate readers to this day.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.
