An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List
John Milton
2 books referenced
Books by John Milton
Referenced in 5 episodes
December 15, 2022
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Referenced when discussing Fitzroy's description of the Galapagos as 'pandemonium,' noting this word comes from Milton's epic poem describing hell
January 28, 2022
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Referenced in discussion of political and theological arguments following the trial, specifically Milton's ideas about freedoms going back to man's creation by God.
July 09, 2021
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Referenced when discussing Milton's visit to Italy and his supposed meeting with Galileo, noting 'he references it in Paradise Lost, his great poem'
May 31, 2021
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Mentioned when discussing Moloch's cultural legacy. They quote from the poem describing Moloch as 'Horrid King, besmeared with the blood of human sacrifice and parents' tears.'
November 09, 2020
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Referenced when describing John Milton as the 'poet, author of Paradise Lost' and secretary to Cromwell during the Commonwealth.
Referenced in 1 episode
January 28, 2022
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Mentioned as Milton's published response to Eikon Basilike, described as an attempt to counter the royalist publication but noted as unable to 'compete in the bestseller stakes.'