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Paradise Lost is an epic poem written by John Milton that tells the story of the rise of Satan out of the depths of hell and his campaign to conquer the will of humans on Earth. This video covers books 3 and 4 out of the 12. Join us as we follow Satan into hell and meet Adam and Eve for the first time.

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Paradise Lost is an epic poem written by John Milton that tells the story of the rise of Satan out of the depths of hell and his campaign to conquer the will of humans on Earth. This video covers books 1 and 2 out of the 12. Join us as we sit down with Satan's counsel and discuss the path to planting evil on Earth.

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How To Read A Book is an amazing book on how to become a better reader. Mortimer Adler's precise and clear writing method is so insightful that you can't help but gain something from his knowledge.  Hands down one of the most important books that you should read when learning to read well.

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John Milton is most famous for his epic poem "Paradise Lost" but he is also well known for his prose and other poetry that he wrote throughout his life. Sometimes involved in controvery and other times secluded in a hamlet composing verse and rhyme Milton would become one of the greatest writers in English history. He lived in the age of Shakespeare and Francis Bacon and these poetic and chaotic times would provide Milton with the energy and perspective needed to change the course of history in terms of English writing. I hope you enjoy these poems of Milton that were selected to be in the Harvard Classics.

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John Milton is most famous for his epic poem "Paradise Lost" but he is also well known for his prose and other poetry that he wrote throughout his life. Sometimes involved in controvery and other times secluded in a hamlet composing verse and rhyme Milton would become one of the greatest writers in English history. He lived in the age of Shakespeare and Francis Bacon and these poetic and chaotic times would provide Milton with the energy and perspective needed to change the course of history in terms of English writing. I hope you enjoy these poems of Milton that were selected to be in the Harvard Classics.

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• Alexander Hamilton: https://amzn.to/44pzKn7
• The Hero of Two Worlds: https://amzn.to/3KFrOa2
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It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of religion, it was the age of atheism. It was the age of faith and then the age of reason. Thomas Browne lived in a transformative period in history when the world was shifting from the age of faith to the new age of enlightenment and reason. Thomas Browne's Religio Medici is an epic protestant christian apology defending the faith of his religion. Thomas Browne is witty and has a writing style that is unique and playful. For this reason, Charles Elliott seems to have thought of adding Thomas Browne to the Harvard Classics series and allowing us to experience a writer we may not have sought out on our own. I hope you enjoy my take on the Religio Medici.

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What constitutes the elements of a true gentlemanly education? In John Milton's Tractate on Education, he breaks this topic down and discusses his idea of what a true classical education should look like. A healthy amount of studies, mixed in with some exercise and a well-balanced diet to keep the students in good mental and physical shape. His educational plan is not for the faint of heart and most people will not have the patience to even attempt to obtain it nowadays but the details are there for anyone willing to pick up the sword and shield of education and battle their ignorance. Hope you enjoy the third volume of the Harvard Classics series.

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Freedom to express opinion and debate ideas has been the foundational aspect of Western civilization since the inception of our culture.  Without the freedom to print, write, and speak freely we lose the ability to understand what "truth" is.  To seek anything beyond what is "truth", is to seek appeasement. The ability to distinguish between what is good and what is evil is rooted in our ability to choose and reason. John Milton explains all of this and more in his historical masterpiece of a speech "Areopagitica".   I truly hope you enjoy this video on book 3 of volume 3 of the Harvard Classics. Truly appreciate your support for this channel as well.

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They were lost at sea and almost gave up hope until they stumbled upon the land of Bensalem. A Christian utopia comprised of some of the most virtuous and pious inhabitants. They valued knowledge over gold and wisdom over commodities. In the story of The New Atlantis, Francis Bacon lets his pen flow with imaginative details that would not become reality until centuries later. I truly hope you enjoy this episode of "The New Atlantis" by Bacon.

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The Essays of Francis Bacon are a compilation of short ideas that cover a wide variety of topics. These short essays are filled with history, wit, and great information that provide a rich literature experience. From references to Plutarch's Lives to the Islam religion these essays have stood the test of time. His writing style is unique and the words he uses seem to be chosen very carefully. Hope you enjoy reading Francis Bacon!

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