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The Critical and Miscellaneous Prose Works ; Now First Collected, with Notes and Illustrations

This volume brings together a selection of critical and miscellaneous prose works, compiled and presented for the first time. The collection includes annotations and illustrations that provide additional context and insight into the texts. more

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John Dryden
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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