Samson Agonistes: Psycho-Sexual Analysis and Miltonic Heroism - Lecture 23

Explore a 44-minute lecture from Yale University's ENGL 220 course on Milton, focusing on Samson Agonistes. Delve into a psycho-sexual analysis of the poem, examining its unique connection between sexuality and violence. Investigate the characterization of Dalila and her similarities to Samson, while discussing the inherent challenges in Miltonic heroism, including self-sufficiency and the nature of heroic sacrifice. Learn about the poem's composition timeline, its representation of misogyny in Milton's works, and the significance of Dalila's dialogue. Conclude by examining Samson's role as the "nursling of God" in this comprehensive exploration of one of Milton's most complex works.