“New vows to plight, and plighted vows to break.”
Quote by John Dryden
Work
Poetical Works: With a Memoir
This volume presents a comprehensive anthology of the poet's works, spanning their creative output. The included memoir offers readers an overview of the poet's personal history, influences, and the circumstances surrounding the creation of the poems. The collection is designed to serve both as a literary reference and as an introduction to the poet's style and themes, drawing on common knowledge of such editions. 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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