John Dryden

""John Dryden"" is a biography written by James Russell Lowell, which delves into the life and works of the famous English poet and playwright, John Dryden. The book provides a comprehensive account of Dryden's life, including his early years, education, literary career, and personal relationships. Lowell offers a detailed analysis of Dryden's major works, including his poetry, plays, and translations, and explores the historical and cultural context in which they were written. The book also examines Dryden's contributions to the literary traditions of his time, as well as his impact on subsequent generations of writers. Overall, ""John Dryden"" is a thorough and engaging exploration of one of the most important figures in English literature.THIS 86 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Among My Books, by James Russell Lowell. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766194515.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.