The With Life, Critical Dissertation, and Explanatory Notes Dryden, John 1631-1700 creator Gilfillan, George 1813-1878 text utu 2004 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Poetical Works of John Dryden, Volume 1" by John Dryden is a collection of poems and essays penned in the late 17th century, reflecting the poetic and dramatic heritage of the Restoration period in England. The work encompasses a variety of pieces, including elegies, satires, and historical poems that showcase Dryden's mastery of language, rhythm, and his ability to comment on contemporary events and social issues. A central figure in this volume is John Dryden himself, whose life and literary accomplishments are further explored through biographical context and critical assessments provided in the introductory sections. The opening of the book includes a detailed account of Dryden's life, tracing his origins from Northamptonshire and discussing his academic journey through Westminster and Trinity College, Cambridge. It outlines his early influences, acquaintances, and his eventual emergence as a significant literary figure following the turmoil of the English Civil War and the restoration of Charles II. It touches upon his initial struggles in London, employment by relatives, and eventual rise to prominence partly through his works dedicated to the monarchy. The narrative sets the stage for understanding the political and personal motivations behind Dryden's writing, establishing a rich context for the poems that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2004-03-01 Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Jayam Subramanian and PG Distributed Proofreaders Original publication data not identified English poetry PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11488 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11488 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133256.0 11488