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c1880 Milton\'s Paradise Lost: Gustave Dore Antique Book Engravings In RedMilton\'s Paradise LostIllustrated by Gustave Dore\'Edited With Notes And A Life Of Milton by Robert VaughanPublished by Cassell Petter & Galpin: London undated c1880 (inscription dated 1883)
\"Milton’s Paradise Lost, illustrated by Gustave Doré, is a visually and thematically powerful edition of John Milton’s 17th-century epic poem, which recounts the biblical story of the Fall of Man. Through vivid and elevated verse, Milton explores the rebellion of Satan and his followers, their expulsion from Heaven, and the subsequent temptation of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. The poem delves into complex theological and philosophical themes such as free will, obedience, justice, and redemption. Written in blank verse, Paradise Lost elevates Satan, Adam, Eve, and even God to grand literary figures, while drawing on classical epic traditions to present a cosmic struggle between good and evil.
Gustave Doré’s illustrations, created in the 19th century, add a dramatic and often haunting visual dimension to Milton’s epic. His engravings capture the grandeur and emotional intensity of key scenes—Satan’s fall, the despair of Adam and Eve, and the sublime vastness of Heaven and Hell—with a blend of realism and fantasy. Doré’s use of light, shadow, and monumental scale enhances the poem’s themes of divine judgment, human frailty, and celestial majesty. The combination of Milton’s majestic language and Doré’s striking visuals makes this edition a lasting classic, celebrated not only for its literary importance but also as a masterpiece of illustrated publishing.\"
Heavy wear, fading and some damage to covers. Lacks outer spine skin as shown. All 50 plates are present. Endpapers are clean and there are no loose pages throughout. Has some very minor \'burn\' damage to the last couple of page edges - would appear the book got a tad close to a candle one night! Has a beautiful inscription from 1883. Crease to title page. Some minor foxing present with the majority of plates and pages clean and bright. Tissue papers are intact. A truly wonderful reading copy of a scarce piece prized for its content and art. Enjoy as is or invest wisely in more appropriate fine bindings at your own discretion. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Size 38cm x 31cm x 5cm - 329 Pages
