The Essential Prose of John Milton

Kirjan The Essential Prose of John Milton (2013) on kirjoittanut John Milton. Kirjan kieli on englanti, ja sen on kustantanut Modern Library Inc. Kirja on laajuudeltaan 592 sivua ja se on pokkari.

Edited by William Kerrigan, John Rumrich, and Stephen M. Fallon The legendary author of "Paradise Lost" and other poems was also a superb and provocative prose writer. Culled from Modern Library's definitive "The Complete Poetry and Essential Prose of John Milton," this indispensable collection, newly edited and authoritatively annotated, features Milton's letters, pamphlets, political tracts, and essays, in which he tackles diverse subjects and takes controversial positions, including notorious defenses of divorce and protests against censorship. With expert analysis, a chronology of the author's life, clean layouts, and a comprehensive index, "The Essential Prose of John Milton" is an invaluable keepsake--a book bound to be a revelation for all readers of this monumental author. Praise for "The Complete Poetry and Essential Prose of John Milton"" " "The editors succeed gloriously, meeting the needs of the whole spectrum, from general readers to advanced students. A modernized text, one sensitive to Milton's poetic rhythm, illuminates both the author's meaning and artistry. This is a beautiful edition. "--Marina Favila, James Madison University "A remarkable combination of scholarly rigor and sensitivity to literary values, expressed in prose of exemplary clarity and extraordinary grace. "--Edward W. Tayler, Columbia University