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Paradise Lost by John Milton
Paradise Lost by John Milton is an epic poem that deep-dives into the profound themes of sin, temptation, and the fall of humanity
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Introduction
This classic work explores the story of Adam and Eve’s expulsion from the Garden of Eden, offering a thought-provoking exploration of free will and the consequences of disobedience.
Summary
Paradise Lost opens with the aftermath of Satan’s rebellion in Heaven and his subsequent fall to Hell.
The poem then shifts its focus to the creation of the Earth and the introduction of Adam and Eve in the idyllic Garden of Eden. Satan, driven by his hatred for God, tempts Eve into eating the forbidden fruit from the Tree of Knowledge, leading to the expulsion of Adam and Eve from paradise.
The poem explores the consequences of their disobedience, their search for redemption, and the ultimate hope for salvation.
