Paradise regained; Samson Agonistes; Comus; and Arcades - Complete in 2 volumes
by Milton, John (1608-1674)
- Used
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- See description
- Seller
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Galway, Ireland
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About This Item
London, John Sharpe, 1817. First Edition. Hardcover. Good copies both in the original paper-labeled tan boards. Spine bands and hinges somewhat worn and bumped. Tape repair residues. Uncommon in the original boards. Physical description; various pagings ; 2 vols. Added title-page engravings with tissue-guards. Subject; English poetry - 17th century.
Synopsis
Paradise Regained demonstrates Milton's genius for fusing sense and sound, classicism and innovation, narrative and drama, fortifying not merely our sense of what is beautiful but what is human as well. It leaves readers with no choice but to commit themselves totally with their minds and with their hearts.
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- Bookseller
- MW Books Ltd. (IE)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 227978
- Title
- Paradise regained; Samson Agonistes; Comus; and Arcades - Complete in 2 volumes
- Author
- Milton, John (1608-1674)
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- Publisher
- London, John Sharpe
- Date Published
- 1817
- Note
- May be a multi-volume set and require additional postage.
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