Dryden, John 1631-1700 creator Davies, Godfrey 1892-1957 text utu 2005 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "His Majesties Declaration Defended" by John Dryden is a political pamphlet written in the late 17th century, specifically in 1681. This work is a defense against anti-royalist sentiments prevalent at the time and is set against the backdrop of the political turmoil involving King Charles II, Catholics, and the Whig opposition. It seeks to clarify and justify the king's declarations and actions regarding the dissolution of the last two parliaments, arguing for the legitimacy of monarchy in the face of rising dissent. In this tract, Dryden addresses specific critiques of the King's declaration and systematically refutes the arguments of his opponents. He emphasizes the need for understanding the King's intentions and the importance of public order over factionalism. Dryden articulates that the King is portrayed as a benevolent leader who is misrepresented by his political adversaries. Through a series of point-by-point rebuttals, he aims to reassure the public of the monarchy's stability and the discrediting of the seditious claims made by the Whigs, ultimately advocating for loyalty to the crown and a return to harmony in the commonwealth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Augustan Reprint Society, publication number 23 Release date is 2005-02-15 Produced by David Starner, J. David Pearce and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team Original publication data not identified Great Britain. Sovereign (1660-1685 : Charles II) His Majesties declaration to all his loving subjects Letter from a person of quality to his friend, concerning His Majesties late declaration Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 1660-1688 DA Original publication data not identified 50009336 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15074 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15074 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133343.0 15074