The book "Paradise Lost" is quite confusing to read, not only the language, (which I need a dictionary to understand), but also the ideas. ... Now we can have expulsion from Paradise, the Exodus, Roman rule and finally coming and crucifixion of Christ. ... And is he really punishing Satan? ... They were thrown out of the Paradise and they went, went without a word of protest. ... So isn't Satan a real hero here? ...

• Word Count: 1754
• Approx Pages: 7
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

In order to determine whether Adam and Eve forfeit paradise, it must be determined whether Eden, as presented by John Milton in his epic work Paradise Lost, truly serves as a paradise for it occupants. ... In response to the idea that the wall is intended for the protection and safety of Adam and Eve, many contend that it fails to keep out the most dangerous, and seemingly only threat to their well-being "Satan. ... The exterior perspective is Satan's. ... This line may imply that the seat of Paradise affords a view of its surroundings, or that Paradise contains within itself various...

• Word Count: 2408
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In John Milton's Paradise Lost, the epic poet explores the source of "Man's First disobedience.... During the time period in which Paradise Lost was written, Calvinism was growing as a major branch of Christianity. ... Who can Satan blame? ... In Book I of Paradise Lost, Satan plays an interesting role that does not exist in Genesis so as to inquire further on the source of Man's first disobedience. ... Satan speaks to his Angels and brings up a point that can be directly linked to Adam and Eve: he says, "All is not lost; the unconquerable Will...never to submit or yi...

• Word Count: 1339
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School