John Dryden - Amboyna: or The Cruelities of the Dutch to the English Merchants

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The biography chronicles John Dryden's remarkable journey from his early life in Northamptonshire to becoming a pivotal figure in English literature. It highlights his education at Westminster School and Trinity College, Cambridge, and his early career during the Protectorate, where he worked with notable figures like John Milton. Dryden's transition from poetry to playwriting, marked by his notable works such as "Heroic Stanzas" and "Annus Mirabilis," showcases his influence during the Restoration. His legacy culminates in his translation of Virgil, solidifying his status as a literary giant.