Milton's Comus (eBook)

John Milton (Autor)

William Bell (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
121 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654733104-9 (EAN)

Infos

Milton's Comus is a beautifully crafted masque written by the esteemed John Milton. The book explores themes of virtue and temptation through a series of dialogues and lyrical interludes. The poetic language employed in the work reflects Milton's classical education and his mastery of the English language. Comus is set in a literary context that highlights Milton's expertise in blending mythological elements with Christian morals, making it a fascinating read for those interested in allegorical literature. The vivid descriptions and symbolic imagery used in the book create a captivating atmosphere that engages the reader throughout the narrative. John Milton, known for his epic poem Paradise Lost, was a distinguished English writer with a deep understanding of theology and classical literature. His background as a Puritan and his personal struggles influenced his writing, evident in Comus through its exploration of moral dilemmas and spiritual themes. Milton's Comus showcases his ability to weave complex philosophical ideas with artistic expression, making it an insightful and thought-provoking work. I highly recommend Milton's Comus to readers interested in poetry, allegory, and the intersection of classical mythology and Christian ideology. This work offers a rich tapestry of symbolism and moral lessons that will captivate and inspire those who delve into its pages.

Autor

John Milton (1608–1674) was an esteemed English poet, polemicist, and civil servant for the Commonwealth of England. Renowned for his rich and impressive command of the English language, Milton is best known for his epic poem 'Paradise Lost', a landmark in English literature that secured his place as one of the greatest poets of his time. A man of letters, Milton also authored 'Paradise Regained', a sequel to his former masterpiece, and 'Samson Agonistes', a tragic closet drama, both of which further extended his influence on English literature. His early poem 'Milton's Comus', a masque, exhibits his preoccupation with themes of temptation, virtue, and the human condition, elements also present in his later works. Milton's writing is characterized by its sophisticated structure, eloquent diction, and deep exploration of theology and morality, reflecting the socio-political and religious turmoil of the 17th century. Despite suffering complete blindness in the latter half of his life, Milton continued to produce works that sustained his literary stature posthumously, his style and mastery influencing countless writers and poets who followed in the centuries after his death.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Lyrik / Gedichte
• Schlagworte: 17th century literature • 17th-century poetry • Allegorical poetry • Classic • classical allusions • Early Modern Poetry • English literature • English literature academic • English poetry classics • John Milton • John Milton poetry • literary genius • Masque and pastoral drama • Metaphysical poets • Milton's Comus text • Moral Philosophy • Mythological allegory • philosophical depth • poetic drama • Poetry • Renaissance humanism • Renaissance literature England • virtue and vice