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Important Questions about Shakespeare in English Literature Exam

[One from] Illustrations to Shakespeare

As one of the most celebrated playwrights and poets in English literature, William Shakespeare is a staple of many English literature exams. Whether you are a student of literature or a lover of Shakespeare’s works, it is important to have a solid understanding of the themes, characters, and literary techniques that Shakespeare employs in his …

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Miltons’ Paradise Lost verses Conventional Pagan Epics

John Milton Paradise Lost Pagan Epics

Critical examination of opening lines of Paradise Lost and discussion about how Milton’s invocation is different from that of conventional pagan epics: The first twenty-six lines of Paradise Lost (Book I) constitute an introductory invocation or prayer to heavenly Muse to inspire and bless the poet to complete his task properly. In this way, John …

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