John Dryden
17th-century English poet and playwright (1631–1700)
John Dryden was born on August 9, 1631 (Julian calendar) in Aldwincle and died on May 1, 1700 (Julian calendar) in London, aged 68. Recorded occupations: playwright, translator, poet, literary critic, hymnwriter and writer. Country of citizenship: Kingdom of England. Positions held include Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom. Notable works include “The Wild Gallant” and “Essay of Dramatick Poesie”. Educated at Westminster School and Trinity College. Honours include Fellow of the Royal Society. Member of Royal Society of London.
- Born
- August 9, 1631 (Julian calendar) · Aldwincle
- Died
- May 1, 1700 (Julian calendar) · London
- Age at death
- 68
- Citizenship
- Kingdom of England
- Occupations
- playwright, translator, poet, literary critic, hymnwriter, writer
- Positions held
- Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom
- Notable works
- The Wild Gallant, Essay of Dramatick Poesie
- Education
- Westminster School, Trinity College
- Honours
- Fellow of the Royal Society
- Wikipedia editions
- 69 languages
- Signature licence
- Public domain
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