John Milton Courses and Certifications

Introduction to John Milton: Man, Poet, and Legend - Lecture 1

Explore John Milton's literary influence, examining his power as a poet and its impact on feminist writers, while analyzing the construction of divine might in Paradise Lost.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

John Milton: Paradise Lost

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Read John Milton’s Paradise Lostthrough a modern lens and contribute to the still-expanding scholarship of Milton’s enduring masterpiece.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 2-8 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Paradise Lost, Book I - Analysis and Context

Explore Milton's Paradise Lost Book I: radical poetics, monism, and theological insights. Analyze the invocation, historical context, and unique literary techniques in this epic poem.

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• 51 minutes
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• Free Video

Selected Readings in British and American Poetry

Explore masterpieces of British and American poetry from Shakespeare to Frost, developing appreciation through close readings, analysis of poetic forms, and understanding of literary devices and historical context.

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• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Paradise Lost - Hell and Its Inhabitants in Books I and II - Lecture 10

Explore Milton's "Paradise Lost" through literary allusions, classical mythology, and themes of good vs. evil. Gain insights into the poet's inspiration and his depiction of hell in this analysis of Books I and II.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
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• Free Video

Paradise Lost: The Fall and Its Consequences - Books IX-X

Explore Milton's "Paradise Lost" Books IX-X, focusing on the Fall's impact on language, wandering, and gender dynamics. Gain insights into Milton's motivations and the poem's literary context.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
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• Free Video

Samson Agonistes: Psycho-Sexual Analysis and Miltonic Heroism - Lecture 23

Explore Milton's "Samson Agonistes" through a psycho-sexual lens, examining themes of sexuality, violence, heroism, and misogyny in this intense poetic work.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Milton's "On the Morning of Christ's Nativity" - Analysis and Context

Explore Milton's "On the Morning of Christ's Nativity," examining its themes, structure, and significance in the poet's early career. Gain insights into Milton's poetic ambitions and his unique approach to the Nativity genre.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
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• Free Video

Analyzing Milton's Lycidas: Pastoral Framework and Prophetic Voice - Lecture 7

Explore Milton's "Lycidas" through intricate analysis, examining pastoral elements, Puritan influences, and the poem's structure, culminating in Milton's emergence as a prophetic voice in poetry.

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• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Miltonic Smile - Exploring Similes in Paradise Lost

Explore Milton's use of similes in Paradise Lost, examining their role in depicting Satan and addressing themes of free will and divine providence. Gain insights from critical perspectives on Milton's poetic techniques.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Paradise Lost: Books XI-XII - Justification, Providence, and Free Will

Explore Milton's Paradise Lost finale, examining the expulsion from Eden, Milton's theology, and the interplay of providence and free will in this insightful literary analysis.

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• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Shelley's A Defence of Poetry - Part 2

Explore Shelley's views on poetry's societal impact, morality, and role as a private entity. Examine connections to drama and Milton's work.

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• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video