Milton's Comus, Lycidas, And Other Poems (1899) - John Milton - Bog

Milton's Comus, Lycidas, And Other Poems is a collection of poetry written by the renowned English poet John Milton. This book was first published in 1899 and includes some of Milton's most famous works such as Comus and Lycidas.Comus is a masque, a type of performance that was popular in the 17th century, which tells the story of a young woman who is lost in the woods and encounters the god of revelry and his followers. The poem explores themes of temptation, virtue, and the power of reason.Lycidas is a pastoral elegy that was written in memory of Milton's friend, Edward King, who drowned at sea. The poem is a meditation on the transience of life and the power of nature.In addition to Comus and Lycidas, this collection includes other poems such as On the Morning of Christ's Nativity, On Shakespeare, and Sonnets. These poems explore a range of themes including religion, nature, and love.Overall, Milton's Comus, Lycidas, And Other Poems is a must-read for anyone interested in English poetry and the works of John Milton.And Matthew Arnold�������s Address On Milton.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.