Paradise Lost: Annotated – Comprehensive Literary Study Guide With Chapter-by-Chapter Synopsis and Analysis - 3766

This definitive academic volume presents John Milton's epic masterwork "Paradise Lost" enriched with extensive critical apparatus, offering readers an unparalleled scholarly resource. The text combines the complete original poem with sophisticated literary analysis, providing both advanced students and seasoned scholars with a comprehensive understanding of this cornerstone of Western literature. This edition features: The complete text of Milton's Paradise Lost, meticulously annotated with contextual and interpretive notes Detailed book-by-book critical commentary examining the theological, political, and literary dimensions of the work Comprehensive analysis of major themes, characters, and symbolic structures, informed by leading Milton scholars including Barbara Lewalski, Stanley Fish, and William Kerrigan In-depth examination of Milton's innovative narrative techniques and poetic style, with particular attention to his masterful deployment of blank verse and epic conventions Thorough historical contextualization, situating the work within both its 17th-century political-religious context and its broader literary-cultural significance Analysis of the poem's enduring influence and cultural impact, from the Romantic period to contemporary interpretations Distinguished by its scholarly rigor and accessibility, this volume synthesizes centuries of Milton criticism while offering fresh insights into the epic's complexities. The extensive commentary illuminates Milton's sophisticated theological arguments and political allegories while explicating the work's profound psychological insights and artistic achievements. Essential for university-level study, this edition serves as both a definitive classroom text and an invaluable reference for scholars. By combining authoritative analysis with the complete original text, this volume provides readers with the critical tools necessary to engage with one of literature's most challenging and rewarding masterpieces. This comprehensive scholarly edition represents an indispensable contribution to Milton studies, offering readers unprecedented access to the theological, political, and artistic complexity of Paradise Lost through the lens of contemporary critical scholarship.
ASIN: B0DT475RHD
VSKU: BVV.B0DT475RHD.VG
Condition: Very Good
Author/Artist:Milton, John|University Teaching Edition
Binding: Paperback