“The unhappy man, who once has trail'd a pen, Lives not to please himself, but other men; Is always drudging, wastes his life and blood, Yet only eats and drinks what you think good.”
Quote by John Dryden
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The poetical works of John Dryden, esq: containing original poems, tales, and translations, with notes
This book is a compilation of John Dryden's literary contributions, including his original poems, tales, and translations, enhanced with scholarly notes for further understanding. more
Author
John Dryden
John Dryden, born on August 9, 1631, and died on May 12, 1700, was a prominent English poet and dramatist of the 17th century. His works have had a profound impact on English literature, particularly in the field of drama, and he is considered one of the founders of English drama. more
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