John Dryden was one of the leading literary figures of the seventeenth century, best known for his poems, plays, and prose works. This collection of essays, edited by Charles Duke Yonge and originally published in 1875, provides a comprehensive overview of Dryden's life and works. The essays cover a wide variety of topics, from literary criticism to political satire, and provide valuable context for readers seeking to better understand this central figure in English literature.

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