Abstract: Finished in 1667, Paradise Lost is considered as John Milton' s masterpiece. In this work, Milton uses the Latin sentence structure, vivid rhetoric devices to make the whole epic magnificent, while the poet's political ambitions, religious beliefs, and life experiences are all reflected in this long poem. This paper will connect the character of Eve in western history and literature, analyze Eve in Paradise Lost as a typical female image, and further summarize the special reasons so as to get a better understanding of the image and its relationship with the theme of the poem which can also deepen the knowledge of the literary value and practical significance of the poem.

Key words: Paradise Lost; Eve; typical female image

CONTENTS

Abstract

摘要：

1. Introduction1

1.1 Introduction to John Milton

  1.2 Introduction to Paradise Lost

2. Literature Review.2  

3. Analysis of Eve as the Typical Female Image in Paradise Lost.4

  3.1 Introduction to the Image of Eve in Western History and Literature

3.2 The Double Sides of the Image

3.2.1 The Image of the Angel Eve

3.2.2 The Image of the Devil Eve

  3.3 Causes of the Double Sides

 3.3.1 The Specific Historical Background Influence

 3.3.2 Milton’ s Attitude to Female

4. Conclusion9

Bibliography10

Acknowledgments.11