Cambridge University Press The Cambridge Introduction to Milton (Cambridge Introductions to Literature)

John Milton is one of the most important and influential writers in English literary history. The goal of this book is to make Milton's works more accessible and enjoyable by providing a comprehensive overview of the author's life, times and writings. It describes essential details from Milton's biography, explains some of the cultural and historical contexts in which he wrote, offers fresh analyses of his major pamphlets and poems - including Lycidas, Areopagitica and Paradise Lost - and describes in depth traditional and recent responses to his reputation and writings. Separate sections focus on important concepts or key passages from his major works to illustrate how readers can interpret - and get excited about - Milton's writings. This detailed and engaging introduction to Milton will help readers not only better understand the author's life and works but also better appreciate why Milton matters. Review 'This volume far surpasses similar studies in breadth and depth despite its compact size.' Choice Reviews Online Book Description This book makes Milton's works accessible and enjoyable by providing engaging and lucid explanations of his life, times and writings. About the Author Stephen B. Dobranski is Professor of Early Modern Literature and Textual Studies at Georgia State University.