This book makes Milton's works accessible and enjoyable by providing engaging and lucid explanations of his life, times and writings.

Introduces readers to the scope of Milton's work, the richness of its historical relations, and the range of current approaches to it.

Short, accessible essays from fifteen recognized Milton specialists touching on the most important topics and themes in Paradise Lost.

An original study of Milton's authorship and the material production of his texts in relation to the booktrade.

Milton's contempt for women has been accepted since Samuel Johnson's famous Life of the poet. Subsequent critics have long debated whether Milton's writings wer