Introduction

Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter i
2. contents v
3. preface ix
4. Introduction 1
5. 1. A brief history of satan 24
6. 2. The epic voice 77
7. 3. Follow the leader 114
8. 4. “My se l f am h e l l ” 147
9. 5. Satan ’s Rebellion 167
10. 6. The language of “Evil ” 188
11. 7. Of mans first dis 217
12. 8. Homer in milton: The attendance motif and the graces 239
13. 9. Satan tempter 259
14. 10. “If they will hear” 285
15. 11. At the sign of the dove and serpent 301
16. 12. “Full of doubt i stand”: the structures of Paradise Lost 314
17. Conclusion: Signs Portentous 329
18. Bibliography 349
19. Index 371