Paradise Lost

Paradise Lost is an epic poem that retells the biblical story of the fall of Satan, the temptation of Adam and Eve, and humanity’s expulsion from the Garden of Eden. Through grand language and vivid imagery, Milton explores themes of free will, obedience, pride, temptation, and redemption. Widely regarded as one of the greatest works in English literature, the poem combines theology, philosophy, and dramatic storytelling on an epic scale.