John Dryden (1631-1700)
The Miscellaneous works of John Dryden, Esq, vol. 1 1767
17.2 x 10.4 x 2.1 cm (book measurement (conservation)) | RCIN 1087798
John Dryden (1631-1700)
The Miscellaneous works of John Dryden, Esq; containing all his original poems, tales and translations in four volumes ; v. 1 1767
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John Dryden (1631-1700) was a poet, literary critic, translator and playwright. He became the first official Poet Laureate in 1668, under King Charles II, holding the post until 1689. After the Glorious Revolution, the post was given first to Thomas Shadwell (c.1640-1692), and after his death to Nahum Tate (c.1652–1715). This book is part of a four-volume set of Dryden's collected works, published after his death in 1767. The work is illustrated with a series of small engravings, mostly portraits, including one of Charles II.
Provenance
From the library of George III at Windsor
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Measurements
17.2 x 10.4 x 2.1 cm (book measurement (conservation))
17.5 x 2.5 cm (book measurement (inventory))
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ESTC : English Short Title Catalogue Citation Number – ESTC T131403Alternative title(s)
The Miscellaneous works of John Dryden, Esq; containing all his original poems, tales and translations in four volumes ; v.1.
