Regarded by many as the equal of Shakespeare in poetic imagination and expression, Milton was also a prolific writer of prose, applying his potent genius to major issues of domestic, religious and political liberty. This superbly annotated new publication is the most authoritative single-volume anthology yet of Milton's major prose works.

• Uses Milton's original language, spelling and punctuation


• Freshly and extensively annotated


• Notes provide unrivalled contextual analysis as well as illuminating the wealth of Milton's allusions and references


• Will appeal to a general readership as well as to scholars across the humanities