Publisher's Synopsis
The Essays of John Dryden is a collection of literary essays written by the famous English poet, playwright, and critic John Dryden. The book includes a wide range of essays on various topics, including literature, poetry, drama, and criticism. The essays provide a fascinating insight into the mind of Dryden, who is considered one of the most important literary figures of the 17th century. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of English literature, as well as for students and scholars of literary criticism. The essays are written in Dryden's characteristic style, which is marked by clarity, elegance, and wit. The book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to understand the development of English literature and the role played by Dryden in shaping it.Contains Dryden's Essay On Satire, Essay On Translation And Parallel Between Poetry And Painting.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
