Originally published in 1890 as part of the "Great Writers" series. Richard Garnett (1835-1906) was Keeper of Printed Books at the British Museum and also wrote biographies of Carlyle, Emerson, Gibbon and Coleridge.

This compelling autobiography, edited by J.J.G. Graham, provides a fascinating insight into the life and work of one of England's greatest poets, John Milton. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including Milton's own writings and correspondence, Graham offers a comprehensive and engaging portrait of this complex and influential figure. This book is an essential read for any lover of English literature. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.