👉 The term "miltonian" is a literary term that refers to an individual or entity who has been associated with Milton's works. It was first used by Edward Lear in his poem "A Little Bird sang of Milton." The term is often used to refer to someone who has been influenced or inspired by the writings of William Shakespeare, particularly through his famous sonnets such as "The Tempest." Milton and Shakespeare were both great poets whose work had a profound impact on subsequent generations. Their
