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Milton in America

Peter Ackroyd (1996)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age18+
Goodreads3.35

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Hero archetypes

Religious LeaderExile

Synopsis

An alternate history novel in which the 17th Century English writer, John Milton, emigrates to America to escape the wrath of the royalists for his Puritan views. He is elected leader of a Puritan colony in New England and leads it in a war against a Catholic colony. A tale of religious intolerance.

Milton in America: content & age rating

Intended for adult readers (18+).

This alternate history novel depicts 17th century religious warfare between Puritan and Catholic colonies in America, including battle violence and exploration of religious persecution and intolerance. The historical and literary nature makes it appropriate for mature readers.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include genocide, war, and religious persecution (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Adult readers interested in literary alternate history and religious themes will find this thought-provoking exploration of ideological conflict compelling.

Tags

Alternate HistoryHistorical FantasyLiterary Fiction