Pactum Salutis: Paradise Lost Week 5
In the first half of book 3, we ascend with the poet into the throne room of heaven, where all Satan's schemes are seen and undone.
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Dark Material: Paradise Lost Week 4
In the second half of book 2, Milton explores the origins of Sin and Death, and the primordial empire of Chaos and Old Night.
The Tactics of Tyranny: Paradise Lost Week 3
In the first half of Book 2, we see the synod of hell and watch as Satan solidifies his power over his followers and sets himself supreme.
Know Your Enemy: Paradise Lost Week 2
In the second half of Book 1, we get an overview of the "horrid crew" of Satan's followers, and their role in human history
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In the first half of Book 1 (lines 1-330), we first meet Satan and Beelzebub
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Paradise Lost Public Reading Group Spring-Summer 2026
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