Paradise Lost is one of the cornerstones of English
literature, but it can be
intimidating. Listening to this reading of Paradise Lost
while you are running
or driving or relaxing at home is an easy and enjoyable way to
experience this
treasure, whether you have never read it or simply wish to hear
the words aloud.
John Milton, born September 9th, 1608, lost his sight in 1652
and completed
Paradise Lost around 1665. Most or all of Paradise
Lost he dictated to
his wife, daughters or friends, so it is most appropriate to read
Paradise Lost
by listening. The poem opens following the fall from Heaven,
in Hell, with
Satan's recovery and the rallying of his revel crew. The fallen,
in synod,
determine to investigate the newly created Earth to find some
means of revenge.
Satan sets off alone while his followers explore their new realm.
unabridged / 8 audio cassettes / 12 hours
Review from AudioFile:
"Satan makes some bold moves: combating heaven, corrupting
humanity, that sort of thing. Recording Milton's monumental prose
poem also takes guts. With clear, flowing enunciation Albert Hartley
lifts stilted language to almost conversational accessibility.
He tames difficult names and speech patterns," and "generally
he conveys the tome's meaning well, especially in the later passages."
(from AudioFile, February
1997, Vol. 5, No. 9.)
The front cover, and the back cover.
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