An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List

John Milton

2 books referenced

Books by John Milton

Paradise Lost

Referenced in 5 episodes

283: Ecuador: Darwin's Adventure to the Galapagos

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

144. The Trial of Charles I Part 2

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.

73. England v Italy

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'

58. The World Cup of Gods - Part 1

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.'

4. We’re all so 17th Century

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.

Eikonoklastes

Referenced in 1 episode

144. The Trial of Charles I Part 2

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.'