This collection of poems and plays showcases the genius of John Dryden, one of the greatest writers of the Restoration period. From the witty satire of 'Absalom and Achitophel' to the epic grandeur of 'Annus Mirabilis', these selections reveal the versatility and mastery of Dryden's art. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is...