Paradise Lost by John Milton

Paradise Lost” by John Milton is a monumental 17th-century epic that delves into creation, free will, and humanity’s fall from grace. Through the perspectives of Satan, Adam, and Eve, the poem examines the consequences of defying God, the nature of temptation, and the struggle between good and evil.

The narrative opens with a plea for divine inspiration, setting the stage for a sweeping retelling of the biblical fall. In the aftermath of their defeat, Satan and his fellow fallen angels find themselves in Hell, consumed by despair yet driven by a relentless desire for vengeance. Determined to corrupt God’s newest creation, they scheme to lead humanity astray. Milton’s masterful use of imagery and verse captures the grandeur of their rebellion and the weight of their choices, leading to an exploration of sin, redemption, and the complexities of free will.