Milton's Poetical Works is a collection of the finest poetry written by the English poet John Milton. It includes such masterpieces as Paradise Lost, Samson Agonistes, and Lycidas, as well as a host of shorter poems. This beautifully designed edition is accompanied by an introduction by George Gilfillan, a Scottish poet and critic of the Victorian era. Gilfillan's insights into Milton's life and work make this edition an indispensable resource for fans of English poetry. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.