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Paradise Regained

John Milton · 1671 · Philosophical Text

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The heroic quest and archetypal struggle

It continued the tradition of the Christian epic, building upon the monumental conflict and divine intervention established in 'Paradise Lost' (which was influenced by Tasso), to depict a more internal and spiritual heroic struggle.

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A short epic poem by John Milton, serving as a sequel to 'Paradise Lost,' focusing on Christ's temptation in the wilderness and his triumph over Satan. It explores themes of spiritual warfare and divine purpose.

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Gerusalemme Liberata· 1581↑ open

'Paradise Regained' is a direct continuation of the Christian epic tradition exemplified by 'Paradise Lost,' which itself drew inspiration from Tasso's 'Gerusalemme Liberata' in its grand scale and portrayal of archetypal spiritual conflict.

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