John Dryden by Macaulay, Lord is a biographical work that explores the life and works of the famous English poet, playwright, and literary critic, John Dryden. The book provides a detailed account of Dryden's upbringing, education, and career, as well as his contributions to English literature during the Restoration period.Lord Macaulay delves into Dryden's early years, including his education at Trinity College, Cambridge, and his early literary efforts, which were largely influenced by the works of John Milton and Ben Jonson. The book also examines Dryden's political and religious views, which were often reflected in his writing.The biography goes on to explore Dryden's most notable works, including his plays, poems, and critical essays. Macaulay provides insightful analysis of Dryden's literary style, themes, and techniques, as well as the historical and cultural context in which they were written.Throughout the book, Macaulay offers a critical assessment of Dryden's legacy and influence on English literature, arguing that his contributions were instrumental in shaping the literary landscape of his time and beyond. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and works of John Dryden, as well as the broader cultural and literary history of England during the Restoration period.THIS 64 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Critical and Historical Essays: The Complete Writings of Lord Macaulay V1, by Lord Macaulay. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766183637.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.