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Paradise Lost

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Classics Poetry Fiction Religion & Spirituality Fantasy

by John Milton, John Leonard

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3.80 (96.3K ratings)
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description 453 pages

Paradise Lost by John Milton, John Leonard holds a well received rating of 3.80 out of 5, based on 96.3K reader ratings. First published in 1667. The book spans 453 pages.

About Paradise Lost

John Milton's Paradise Lost is one of the greatest epic poems in the English language. It tells the story of the Fall of Man, a tale of immense drama and excitement, of rebellion and treachery, of innocence pitted against corruption, in which God and Satan fight a bitter battle for control of mankind's destiny. The struggle rages across three worlds - heaven, hell, and earth - as Satan and his band of rebel angels plot their revenge against God. At the center of the conflict are Adam and Eve, who are motivated by all too human temptations but whose ultimate downfall is unyielding love.Marked by Milton's characteristic erudition, Paradise Lost is a work epic both in scale and, notoriously, in ambition. For nearly 350 years, it has held generation upon generation of audiences in rapt attention, and its profound influence can be seen in almost every corner of Western culture.

Detail Value
Author John Milton, John Leonard
Published 1667
Pages 453
Genres Classics, Poetry, Fiction, Religion & Spirituality, Fantasy
Average Rating 3.80 / 5.00
Total Ratings 96,316

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.8
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96.3K ratings
With a rating of 3.80, Paradise Lost is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.80
This Book
4.03
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Paradise Lost?

Paradise Lost is categorized as Classics, Poetry, Fiction, Religion & Spirituality. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is Paradise Lost worth reading?

Based on 96.3K reader ratings, Paradise Lost has an average score of 3.80 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is Paradise Lost?

Paradise Lost has 453 pages.

Who wrote Paradise Lost?

Paradise Lost was written by John Milton, John Leonard. It was first published in 1667.

What is the ISBN for Paradise Lost?

The ISBN-13 for Paradise Lost is 9780140424390.0.

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