02818cam a22003613u 4500 44733 UtSlPG 20260610134028.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 99004271 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Milton, John, 1608-1674 An Introduction to the Prose and Poetical Works of John Milton : Comprising All the Autobiographic Passages in His Works, the More Explicit Presentations of His Ideas of True Liberty. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-01-23 Produced by Charlene Taylor, Lisa Reigel, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "An Introduction to the Prose and Poetical Works of John Milton" by Hiram Corson is a critical collection that explores the life and writings of the famous 17th-century English poet and political writer. The book is set in the late 19th century and aims to present Milton's autobiographical passages alongside thematic analyses of his works, focusing on his views of true liberty as expressed through both prose and poetry. It provides insights into Milton's beliefs and motivations, drawing connections between his experiences and his literary contributions. The opening of this work outlines its purpose and structure, describing how it will gather autobiographical elements from Milton's writings alongside discussions of key themes such as liberty, truth, and individual integrity. Corson emphasizes the importance of Milton’s prose, which often advocates for civil and religious freedoms, and connects it to his renowned poetic works like "Paradise Lost." The text reflects on Milton's life, revealing his dedication to literature and social ideals, while also hinting at the political and personal struggles that influenced his creative journey. By presenting this context, Corson sets the stage for a comprehensive understanding of Milton's contributions to English literature and thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English poetry -- Early modern, 1500-1700 Poets, English -- Early modern, 1500-1700 -- Biography Milton, John, 1608-1674 English prose literature -- Early modern, 1500-1700 Corson, Hiram, 1828-1911 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44733 85572 85572