Milton by Baron Thomas Babington Macaulay Macaulay
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"Milton" by Baron Thomas Babington Macaulay is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work focuses on the life and contributions of John Milton, particularly his political and literary impact during a tumultuous period in English history. Through an exploration of Milton's character, ideas, and writings, Macaulay presents an appreciation for Milton as not only a poet but also a champion of liberty. The opening of the book describes
an important discovery made in 1823 by Mr. Lemon, a deputy keeper of state papers, who finds a previously lost manuscript of Milton's "Essay on the Doctrines of Christianity." This discovery prompts a discussion of Milton's intellectual contributions and how they relate to his character and his involvement in the political struggles of his time. Macaulay reflects on Milton's theological views, his unique style, and his role as a literary figure who persisted in seeking truth, even amid the challenges presented by the prevailing societal norms. The author expresses that despite some of Milton's controversial beliefs, his legacy as a defender of freedom and a profound thinker endures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Macaulay, Thomas Babington Macaulay, Baron, 1800-1859 |
|---|---|
| Title | Milton |
| Credits |
Produced by Andrés V. Galia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Milton, John, 1608-1674 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62572 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-62572-0 |
| Release Date | Jul 6, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 444 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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