Book XI and XII
I was disappointed with book XI and XII, I felt that perhaps if Michael had shown Adam these horrific things prior to eating the fruit then perhaps it would have prevented the Fall. It would seem to me that Adam would be depressed at the future not uplifted. To see the earth destroyed by flood because man had sunk so low, and knowing it was due to your and your wife’s actions, would be enough to finish off anyone. The redemption of man though somewhat comforting would not be enough to undo all of the horror that went before. The way in which they left Eden seemed too pat. They would have been distraught, not simply shedding a few tears. I guess I am disappointed with Milton’s wrap up of his Epic. I knew how the story would end because I have read the Bible, but it was such a hurried conclusion after the beauty of the story up to the Fall. I wanted something more or a different ending, it was an emotional let down for me, but perhaps I am being too dramatic.