Milton's England by Lucia True Ames Mead
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"Milton's England" by Lucia True Ames Mead is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and context of the renowned poet John Milton, focusing particularly on the London of his youth, as well as significant places connected to him. It delves into the rich historical backdrop that shaped Milton's genius and the societal conditions of England during his lifetime. The opening of "Milton's England" sets
the stage for understanding the profound significance of London in the life of John Milton. The author reflects on the city’s evolution and its pivotal historical events, emphasizing the period from the Spanish Armada's destruction in 1588 through Milton's birth in 1608. The text hints at the vibrant intellectual and cultural atmosphere of early 17th century London, characterized by the impact of notable figures in literature and politics who were contemporaries of Milton. Further exploration leads to a description of the everyday sights and influences surrounding the poet, painting a vivid picture of the environment that contributed to his profound literary achievements. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Mead, Lucia True Ames, 1856-1936 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02023627 |
| Title | Milton's England |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Poets, English -- Homes and haunts -- England |
| Subject | Literary landmarks -- England -- London |
| Subject | Milton, John, 1608-1674 -- Homes and haunts |
| Subject | Literary landmarks -- England |
| Subject | England -- Intellectual life -- 17th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34526 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 709 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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