Lectures on Dryden
Lectures on Dryden by A. W. Verrall is an illustrated edition published by Cambridge University Press on May 8, 2014. This 280-page book presents content derived from a series of lectures delivered by Verrall in 1911, during his tenure as King Edward VII Professor of English Literature at Cambridge University. The text examines various aspects of John Dryden’s writings and the literary context of his time, highlighting the significance of Dryden’s contributions to the evolution of English prose and verse.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of Dryden’s work and its impact on literary history, as well as an analysis of its relative neglect among contemporary literature enthusiasts. This scholarly examination is particularly relevant for those interested in literary criticism, poetry, and the historical development of English literature. The book serves as a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Dryden’s influence and the broader literary landscape of his era.
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Arthur Woollgar Verrall (1851-1912) was a renowned British classical and literary scholar. First published in 1914, this book presents content derived from a series of lectures given by Verrall during October and November 1911, marking his appointment as King Edward VII Professor of English Literature at Cambridge University. The text focuses on various aspects of Dryden’s writings and his age, revealing ‘the importance of his work in the development of English prose and verse, and its comparative neglect among the younger lovers of literature’. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Dryden and the works of Verrall.
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