Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

What is there in 'Paradise Lost' to elevate and astonish like Herschel or Somerville?

What is there in 'Paradise Lost' to elevate and astonish lik

Summary

This quote questions the ability of John Milton's poem "Paradise Lost" to evoke the same sense of elevation and astonishment as the works of scientists Herschel and Somerville. It implies that works exploring scientific discoveries may captivate and amaze more than poetic or literary works like "Paradise Lost." This highlights the different sources of wonder and awe that can be found in science and literature and raises the larger debate about the comparative value and impact of the two disciplines.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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