... writing is as much a reflection of his exterior turmoil as it is a true inspiration of the mind. These exterior influences and pressures, combined with Milton's amazing ability and the mirror his writings seem to hold up to society, are the key to understanding Milton's confusing ambiguity in making Satan the epic hero in "Paradise Lost". The critical readings and commentaries on "Paradise Lost" seem to be overwhelmed by the ... to the volatile society around him when constructing this poem. Heaven is clearly a monarchy and Hell is parliamentary with Satan reflecting in some ways Cromwe...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate