John Dryden - Almanazor and Almahide - Volume 1: or, The Conquest of Granada. The First Part

The life of John Dryden unfolds against the backdrop of significant historical shifts in England, from the Republic to the Restoration of the Monarchy. A gifted scholar, he began his literary career with a poignant eulogy for Cromwell, later producing celebrated works like "Annus Mirabilis," which solidified his status as the leading poet of his time. Dryden's prolific output included plays and translations, culminating in his ambitious rendition of "The Works of Virgil." His legacy endures as a defining figure of English literature, culminating in his burial in Westminster Abbey.