Satan: A Poem (1830)

Satan: A Poem is a literary work by Robert Montgomery, published in 1830. The poem is an epic that focuses on the story of Satan, the fallen angel who rebelled against God and was cast out of heaven. The poem is divided into twelve books, each of which explores different aspects of Satan's character and his actions. The poem begins with Satan's fall from heaven and his arrival in Hell, where he assumes the role of ruler over the other fallen angels. The subsequent books explore Satan's attempts to tempt Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, his interactions with other biblical figures such as Cain and Abel, and his eventual defeat at the hands of God. Throughout the poem, Montgomery portrays Satan as a complex and multifaceted character, exploring both his evil nature and his tragic qualities. The poem also contains numerous references to classical literature and mythology, as well as religious themes and imagery. Satan: A Poem was a controversial work when it was first published, due to its portrayal of Satan as a sympathetic character. However, it was also widely read and praised for its vivid imagery and powerful language. Today, it is considered a significant work of Romantic literature and an important contribution to the tradition of epic poetry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.