John Milton; Dr. Channing

The Poetical Works of John Milton; to Which Is Prepared the Life of the Author, Together with Dr. Channing&Apos;S Essay on the Poetical Genius of Milton

London, T. Allman , 1836. Cloth. A charming collection of poetry from the renowned English poet, John Milton, alongside an essay of the poet from William Ellery Channing. A smart pocket book edition of this collection of John Milton's poetical works.Together with a short biography of the poet as well as an essay by Dr. Channing analysing his literary talents. Channing was known for his articulate and impassioned sermons and public speeches, and as a prominent thinker in the liberal theology of the day.In the publisher's original decorative cloth binding, with gilt detailing to the spine. Milton is best known for his epic poem Paradise Lost of which is included here, as well as its sequel Paradise Regained. The former secured Milton's reputation as one of the greatest poets.  In the original cloth binding. Externally, smart, with rubbing and bumping to the extremities, heaviest to the spine head and tail. Patches of fading to the cloth. Front hinge is strained but holding. Internally, firmly bound. Pages have the odd spot, otherwise generally bright and clean. Good . Ill.: None. Good .

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Book number: 913Y46

Catalogue: Poetry

Keywords: John Milton Poetry Pocket Book Poetry None