- Paperback: 698 pages
- Publisher: W. W. Norton & Co.; 2nd Revised edition edition (17 Mar 1993)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0393962938
- ISBN-13: 978-0393962932
- Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 13.1 x 2.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 609,016 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This is the second edition of the "Norton Critical Edition" of Milton's "Paradise Lost". It represents an extensive revision of the first edition. The text of the poem remains that of Milton's 1674 edition, retaining the original punctuation but with modernized spelling and italics. Material for the study of contemporary religious and political issues is now included, as well as selections from his earlier poetry and prose.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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Paradise Lost is undoubtedly one of the most influential literary masterpiece ever written. Love it or hate it, you cannot deny its importance. For most students of English literature, it is a must-read. The grandeur of Milton's style (which one may find baffling) and the seriousness of his moral message (which can often read like a sermon) have immortalised this epic poem about the fall of mankind.
However, for those who would read it, I would recommend the Norton Critical edition as *THE* edition to buy. Writing in the 17th century Augustan age, Milton is almost over fond of cramming his writing with classical and biblical references and allusions, which, if overlooked, may be substantially detrimental to one's appreciation of the text. This edition has comprehensive footnotes at the bottom of the page (excellent for those of you, who, like me, *HATE* having to turn to the back of the book to look up notes and references) as well as a good collection of supplementary essays by renowned critics.
All in all, a must-read for all those interested in serious literary pursuits (although you may come away with a headache). The difficulty of this work is partly overcome by this wonderfully propitious edition.
Format:Paperback
This is a great edition of the classic text. It's particularly useful for those (i.e. almost everyone), without a detailed knowledge of classical mythology, with lots of footnotes explaining classical references.
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This epic poem, different and arguably higher than all others in it's style and aim, has made such adifference to the way we percieve the christian faith that after reading it you would be forgiven for believing our present day Christianity is wholly Miltonistic. After this book was written the world could never be the same again, and neither shall yours be after reading it.
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