Paradise Lost

John Milton

The epic poem narrates the biblical story of the Fall of Man, depicting Satan's rebellion against God, his expulsion from Heaven, and the subsequent temptation of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, leading to their own exile from Paradise. It explores themes of free will, obedience, and the nature of sin through its rich, complex verse and characterizations.

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Paradise Lost and Paradise Regained

John Milton

The book contains two epic poems: the first recounts the biblical story of the Fall of Man, detailing Satan's temptation of Adam and Eve and their expulsion from the Garden of Eden. The second poem narrates the life of Jesus Christ, emphasizing his temptation by Satan and ultimate triumph, symbolically restoring the possibility of mankind's return to a state of innocence and grace.

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