Paradise Lost
An epic poem in twelve books on the fall of man. It begins in Hell, where Satan and his fallen angels, defeated in their rebellion against God, rouse themselves to a new war by corruption rather than force. Satan crosses Chaos to the newly created world, finds Adam and Eve in Eden and, after being driven out once, returns as a serpent. The middle books tell, through the archangel Raphael, of the war in Heaven and the creation; the last two show the consequences of the fall and a vision of human history to come. Milton, blind and politically defeated after the Restoration, dictated the poem and published it in 1667, then rearranged it into twelve books in 1674. Its blank verse has shaped English poetry since. Read it online in your browser on Vinteuil; the first book is free.
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Frequently asked questions about Paradise Lost
Paradise Lost by John Milton can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
Can I read Paradise Lost online?
Yes. Paradise Lost opens right on this page, in a reader designed for long reading: adjustable text size, light, sepia and dark themes, a clickable table of contents and your place saved when you are signed in. No download or app is needed.
Is Paradise Lost free to read on Vinteuil?
The first chapter of Paradise Lost is free, without an account. To read the whole book, either buy its online reading for $2.99 (£2.99 in the UK) and keep it forever, or subscribe to Vinteuil Reading for $4.99/month (£4.99/month in the UK) or $39.99/year, with 1 month free for new subscribers. The subscription opens every book in the library and can be cancelled at any time.
Is Paradise Lost in the public domain?
Yes. Paradise Lost by John Milton is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read Paradise Lost?
About 5 h 29 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is Paradise Lost?
Paradise Lost by John Milton is filed under "Poetry" in the Vinteuil library.
