Millamant; the comparative merits of Adam and Eve; Milton's great epic effects; his unity and large decorum; morning and evening; architectural effects; the close of _Paradise Lost_; Addison and Bentley; _Paradise Regained;_ the choice of subject; Milton's favourite theme--temptation; other possible subjects; the Harrying of Hell; _Samson Agonistes;_ the riddle of life.                           126