John Dryden was an influential English poet, literary critic, translator, and playwright who dominated the literary life of Restoration England to such a point that the period came to be known in literary circles as the Age of Dryden.
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Articles about John Dryden or articles that mention John Dryden.
Here are a few random quotes by John Dryden.
See also: All John Dryden Quotes
Reason to rule but mercy to forgive: The first is the law, the last prerogative. Go to Quote / Comment
Woman's honor is nice as ermine; it will not bear a soil. Go to Quote / Comment
Successful crimes alone are justified. Go to Quote / Comment
For all have not the gift of martyrdom. Go to Quote / Comment
Better shun the bait, than struggle in the snare. Go to Quote / Comment