Paradise Lost

"Paradise Lost" is John Milton's monumental epic poem recounting the biblical story of the Fall of Man—the temptation of Adam and Eve by Satan and their expulsion from the Garden of Eden. Written in blank verse and drawing on classical epic tradition, the work explores themes of free will, obedience, rebellion, redemption, and the nature of good and evil. Milton's complex characterization of Satan, his theological depth, and his sublime poetic style have made "Paradise Lost" one of the greatest achievements in English literature and a cornerstone of Western canon.