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Masson, David, 1822-1907 |
| Title |
The Life of John Milton Volume 3 1643-1649
Narrated in Connexion with the Political, Ecclesiastical, and Literary History of His Time
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Anne Soulard, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Life of John Milton Volume 3 1643-1649" by David Masson is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume delves into the life and works of John Milton during a pivotal period marked by the English Civil War and the Westminster Assembly's influence on religion and governance. Masson aims to connect Milton’s personal experiences and writings with the broader political and ecclesiastical history of his time, portraying how these factors impacted his literary output and personal life. The opening of the book presents the historical backdrop of the Westminster Assembly, which was convened to discuss church governance during the civil unrest of 1643. It details the early sessions of the Assembly, including the solemn signing of the Covenant and the involvement of both English and Scottish divines, setting the stage for debates on religious conformity. Significant attention is given to Milton’s personal circumstances, notably his struggles with marriage and his divorce tracts, which reflect both his individual plight and the broader thematic concerns of the era. This introduction anchors the reader in the political maneuverings and intellectual currents that influenced Milton’s writing and thought during these tumultuous years. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Poets, English -- Early modern, 1500-1700 -- Biography
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| Subject |
Milton, John, 1608-1674
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6483 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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