Authors to Themselves

In "Authors to Themselves," Marshall Grossman offers a compelling examination of the narrative form in John Milton's iconic epic, "Paradise Lost." Published by Cambridge University Press in 2008, this insightful paperback spans 256 pages and delves into Milton's innovative concept of self. Grossman argues that the protagonists, banished from paradise, become 'authors to themselves in all/Both what they judge and what they choose.' This exploration reveals how they are tasked with crafting their own narratives in relation to the divine story already penned by God. A must-read for those interested in literary criticism and interpretation, this book enhances our understanding of Milton's work and the modern implications of authorship and identity.