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Paradise Lost
by John Milton
- Used
- very good
- Condition
- Very Good/NO DJ as issued
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About This Item
Franklin Library, Franklin Center, Pennsylvania, 1979. Franklin Library, Franklin Center, Pennsylvania 1979. Black Leatherette over boards, gold designs and lettering. Very Good/NO DJ as issued. With the lustrations of Gustave Dore. 30 full page, black and white Illustrations'.. Paradise Lost is an epic poem in blank verse by the 17th-century English poet John Milton (1608-1674). The first version, published in 1667, consists of ten books with over ten thousand lines of verse. A second edition followed in 1674, arranged into twelve books (in the manner of Virgil's Aeneid) with minor revisions throughout.[1][2] It is considered to be Milton's major work, and it helped solidify his reputation as one of the greatest English poets of his time. the illustrations selected for this edition of Paradise Lost are the work of the celebrated nineteenth century book illustrator. Franklin Library, Franklin Center, Pennsylvania, 1979. Very Good, Leatherette, 22 kt. gold accents and lettering, printed with acid neutral pages that are thread sewn, not glued together, gold gilded page edges to further protect the pages, raised spine bands that give each volume that distinctive antique look, decorated end papers. Library stamp on front end paper. Black Leatherette over boards, gold designs and lettering. No DJ as issued. Franklin Library Books stopped printing these in 2000, they are no longer in print These are beautiful books and make unique great gifts.
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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Reviews
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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- YJS BOXES OF BOOKS
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 947
- Title
- Paradise Lost
- Author
- John Milton
- Illustrator
- With the lustrations of Gustave Dore. 30 full page, black and white Illustrations'.
- Format/Binding
- Black Leatherette over boards, gold designs and lettering
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Jacket Condition
- NO DJ as issued
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- Franklin Library, Franklin Center, Pennsylvania 1979
- Publisher
- Franklin Library, Franklin Center, Pennsylvania
- Date Published
- 1979
- Keywords
- bib bc web#1,095 bcase Item #947
- Bookseller catalogs
- Poetry, Poets , Essays, Plays; Classics; Christmas Catalog; FRANKLIN LIBRARY COLLECTION;
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