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Paradise Lost.

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Paradise Lost.: A Poem, in twelve books. From the Text of Thomas Newton, D.D. [with] Paradise Regain'd. A Poem, in four books. To which is added Samson Agonistes: and Poems upon Several Occasions.

by MILTON, John

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Birmingham: by John Baskerville for J. and R. Tonson in London,, 1758. The Baskerville Milton First Baskerville edition, among the finest of all editions, here in an elegant and well-preserved contemporary binding in very commendable condition, and extra-illustrated with the celebrated designs of Francis Hayman. The edition was also issued in quarto, which this octavo issue preceded by six months (see Gaskell p. 26). Two volumes, octavo (225 x 141 mm). Contemporary red morocco, twin green labels, gilt in compartments with floral devices, gilt border to covers enclosing large gilt centrepiece, marbled endpapers, edges marbled and gilt. Extra illustrated, Paradise Lost with portrait of Milton by George Vertue and 12 plates by Johann Sebastian Müller after Francis Hayman; Paradise regained with 5 plates by Charles Grignion after Hayman. Bound without initial blanks; the Life of Milton normally found in Paradise Regained is bound in Paradise Lost. A fine copy. Gaskell 4 & 5.

Synopsis

Paradise Lost is an epic poem written by John Milton, first published in 1667. Set against the backdrop of Adam and Eve's fall from grace in the Garden of Eden, the poem explores complex themes of sin, free will, and the nature of evil. Milton skillfully crafts vivid imagery and powerful metaphors to depict Satan's rebellion against God, his subsequent expulsion from heaven, and his relentless pursuit of revenge. The narrative follows the interplay between God, Satan, and mankind, with Milton's eloquent verse conveying profound moral and theological reflections. Paradise Lost remains a timeless masterpiece, inspiring readers to contemplate the eternal struggle between good and evil.

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On Apr 9 2018, a reader said:
An epic book telling the fall of Man due to the temptation of a fallen Angel Satan. Heaven seems like a soap opera with all the Angel's vying for Gods attention. Seems like the most beautifully decorated Angel Satan throws a jealous fit when God created Mankind, and refuses to bow down to Gods favorite new creation. Satan gets cast down, and tempts Man causing our downfall as well. A wonderful read, and ancient story

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Title
Paradise Lost.
Author
MILTON, John
Book Condition
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Place of Publication
Birmingham: by John Baskerville for J. and R. Tonson in London,
Date Published
1758
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Morocco
Morocco is a style of leather book binding that is usually made with goatskin, as it is durable and easy to dye. (see also...
Octavo
Another of the terms referring to page or book size, octavo refers to a standard printer's sheet folded four times, producing...
Fine
A book in fine condition exhibits no flaws. A fine condition book closely approaches As New condition, but may lack the...
Quarto
The term quarto is used to describe a page or book size. A printed sheet is made with four pages of text on each side, and the...
Edges
The collective of the top, fore and bottom edges of the text block of the book, being that part of the edges of the pages of a...
Gilt
The decorative application of gold or gold coloring to a portion of a book on the spine, edges of the text block, or an inlay in...

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