The Works of John Dryden

By John Dryden and Brinda Charry

Book Overview

Rediscover the poetic brilliance of John Dryden in this meticulously prepared print edition of "Dryden's Works, Vol. 13 of 18: Translations; Pastorals." This volume showcases Dryden's mastery of verse through his insightful translations and enchanting pastoral poems.

A cornerstone of English literature, this collection offers a glimpse into Dryden's contributions to both original poetry and the art of translation. Explore his interpretations of classic works alongside his own pastoral creations, reflecting themes of nature, love, and the human condition.

Ideal for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of poetry, this volume provides a valuable resource for understanding Dryden's place in literary history. Dive into the general beauty of poetry and Dryden's specific contributions to European verse in this essential addition to any literary collection.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1023302918
• ISBN13: 9781023302913
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Length: 338 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

A Good Introduction to Dryden

When I was a child, I was a fan of a series of books that offered portable versions of the great works of the leading poets. One can imagine "The Portable Keats" or "The Portable Browning." One can not imagine "The Portable Dryden." That would be like "The Portable Thomas Wolfe." Some writers simply can not be captured in a small cage. The Wordsworth edition serves as an excellent start to Dryden, covering his political poems, his plays and his translations. While one could argue that some plays were left out of the anthology and should have been included, the basics are there. When finished, the reader can claim to know Dryden's work fairly well. Two minor quibbles. The text is small and hard to read. I often had to resort to using a magnifying glass. The introduction, while solid, was not exactly satisfying. Dryden's reputation has continued to ebb over the decades (despite the best efforts of say T.S. Eliot or Samuel Johnson or Mark van Doren) and there remains much that is obscure in his life and his work. Footnotes or endnotes would have been appreciated. Still, this book remains the place to start to understand and appreciate this forgotten poet.