John Dryden - Secret Love or, The Maiden Queen: "Better shun the bait, than struggle in the snare."

Exploring the life of John Dryden reveals his evolution from a promising scholar to the leading literary figure of the Restoration era. After a distinguished education at Westminster School and Trinity College, he entered the literary scene during a pivotal historical transition from Republic to Monarchy. His early works, including "Heroic Stanzas," established his reputation, while his later achievements in poetry and drama, such as "Annus Mirabilis," solidified his status. Dryden's translation of Virgil marked a significant culmination of his career before his death in 1700.