Milton

"Milton" by Mark Pattison is a biography from the late 1800s that tells the story of the famous poet John Milton. The book looks at Milton's family history, his schooling, and how these things shaped his writing. Pattison studies important times in Milton's life, from his early poems to the challenges he faced as a well-known writer during difficult times in England. The beginning of "Milton" sets the stage by talking about how little was known about poets in the 1600s, especially when compared to how much we know about Milton. It points out Milton's early education, his family's past, and the important influences in his life, like his time in school. The story stresses his strong desire for knowledge and books, which had a big effect on his later works, like "Paradise Lost," and shows how Milton's strong will and his focus on learning led to deep thoughts about life and faith that would appear in his poetry.