The Acrostic Paradise Lost by John Milton and Terrance Lindall

Satan, whom now transcendent pride and glory raised
Above his fellows thus spake: “Long is the way and hard
That out of Hell leads up to light, barred by night. I shall
Assume these Royalties and by accepting this hazard
Not refuse to Reign, in this I lend my powers in regard.”
“Against a wakeful foe, intend at home, render tollerable.”
Saying thus the Monarch arose and prevented all reply.
Stygian counsel thus dissolved to shouts of praise. And
Upon the wing, part curb their fiery steeds, of deeds,
Misery Final and of Will and Fate they argued then,
Evil and Good… Passion, Apathy and bold venture and
Shame, vain wisdom all…Devil with Devil damned.
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