Publisher's Synopsis
Regarded by many as the equal of Shakespeare in poetic imagination and expression, Milton was also a prolific writer of prose, applying his potent genius to major issues of domestic, religious and political liberty. This superbly annotated new publication is the most authoritative single-volume anthology yet of Milton's major prose works.
- Uses Milton's original language, spelling and punctuation
- Freshly and extensively annotated
- Notes provide unrivalled contextual analysis as well as illuminating the wealth of Milton's allusions and references
- Will appeal to a general readership as well as to scholars across the humanities
