John Milton

John Milton is primarily celebrated for his epic poem, "Paradise Lost," which retells the biblical story of the Fall of Man. This work is considered a foundational text in English literature.

"Areopagitica" is a powerful prose polemic by John Milton advocating for freedom of speech and the abolition of censorship. It remains a highly influential work in the history of political thought and civil liberties.

Beyond "Paradise Lost," John Milton also wrote "Paradise Regained," a sequel, and "Samson Agonistes," a tragic closet drama. His earlier works include the masque "Comus" and various shorter poems.