The Critical And Miscellaneous Prose Works Of John Dryden V3: With An Account Of The Life And Writings Of The Author And A Collection Of His Letters (

By John Dryden

Book Overview

The Critical and Miscellaneous Prose Works of John Dryden V3 is a book that contains a collection of essays, letters, and other prose works by the famous English poet, John Dryden. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different topic or theme. The first section provides an account of Dryden's life and writings, including his early years, his work as a playwright and poet, and his later years as a literary critic. The second section contains a collection of Dryden's letters, which offer insights into his personal life and his views on various literary and social issues.The remaining sections of the book contain Dryden's critical and miscellaneous prose works, including his essays on literary criticism, his translations of classical works, and his political writings. These works cover a wide range of topics, from the nature of poetry and the role of the poet in society to the political controversies of the day.Overall, The Critical and Miscellaneous Prose Works of John Dryden V3 is an important resource for anyone interested in the life and work of this influential English poet and literary critic. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Dryden's career and offers a fascinating glimpse into the literary and cultural world of seventeenth-century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164053566
• ISBN13: 9781164053569
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 664 Pages
• Weight: 1.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"