The Life Of John Milton V3 1643-1649 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162699943)

The Life of John Milton V3 1643-1649 is a biographical work written by David Masson. This book is the third volume in a series that details the life of John Milton, a renowned English poet, polemicist, and civil servant who lived during the 17th century. This particular volume covers the years 1643 to 1649, a period of great significance in English history. During this time, England was embroiled in a civil war, with Parliamentarians fighting against Royalists for control of the country. Milton was a passionate supporter of the Parliamentarian cause and used his writing skills to advocate for their success.In this volume, Masson delves into Milton's personal and professional life during this tumultuous time. He explores Milton's literary works, including his famous political tracts, as well as his personal relationships and political affiliations. Masson's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book a great read for those interested in English history, literature, or the life of John Milton specifically. The Life of John Milton V3 1643-1649 is a comprehensive and well-researched biography that sheds light on an important period in English history and the life of one of its most notable figures.While this is clearly the will of a dying man whose property is in such a state of wreck and confusion that he knows not whether any provision whatever will arise out of it for his wife and family, there are certain suggestions in it of a contrary tenor. It is evident, for example, that Mr. Powell had not given up all hope that his main property, the mansion and lands of Forest-hill, might ultimately be recovered. Though these are entirely omitted in the Particular of his Estate given in a month before to the Goldsmiths' Hall Committee for Compositions, they figure in his will so expressly that one sees the testator did not consider them quite lost.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: David Masson
ISBN-10: 1162699949
ISBN-13: 9781162699943
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 588
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.20lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 1.19d