* A concise, accessible guide to understanding and appreciating the works of John Milton. * Presents new and authoritative essays by internationally respected Milton scholars. * Explains how and why Milton's works established their central place in the English literary canon.
With brevity, depth, and accessibility, this book helps readers to appreciate the works of John Milton, and to understand the great influence they have had on literature and other disciplines.
* Presents new and authoritative essays by internationally respected Milton scholars
* Explains how and why Milton's works established their central place in the English literary canon
* Structured chronologically around Milton's major works
* Also includes a select bibliography and a chronology detailing Milton's life and works alongside relevant world events
* Ideal as a first critical work on Milton
