The Life of John MiltonThe author in this new biography of Milton sees the man whole, and in doing so enhances our understanding not only of his character but also of his poetry. |
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... cause them to be read , till the attention be weary , or memory have his full draught . Then with useful and generous labours preserving the body's health , and hardiness ; to render lightsome , clear and not lumpish obedience to the ...
... cause them to be read , till the attention be weary , or memory have his full draught . Then with useful and generous labours preserving the body's health , and hardiness ; to render lightsome , clear and not lumpish obedience to the ...
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... cause of all that he suffered in those years . It was his own weakness for feminine charm , held at bay for so long , and collapsing so utterly and so inappropriately in that hot summer month before the outbreak of war . Throughout his ...
... cause of all that he suffered in those years . It was his own weakness for feminine charm , held at bay for so long , and collapsing so utterly and so inappropriately in that hot summer month before the outbreak of war . Throughout his ...
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... Cause . He preaches a doctrine of submission . Who best Can suffer , best can do ; best reign , who first Well hath obeyed ... ( PR , III . 194-6 ) In the splendid catalogue that follows , he surveys the kingdoms of the world , and the ...
... Cause . He preaches a doctrine of submission . Who best Can suffer , best can do ; best reign , who first Well hath obeyed ... ( PR , III . 194-6 ) In the splendid catalogue that follows , he surveys the kingdoms of the world , and the ...
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