An Essay on Dramatic Poesy by John Dryden is a foundational work of literary criticism that defends drama as a legitimate form of literature. Presented as a lively dialogue, the book explores classical versus modern drama, the merits of English versus French theatre, and the role of the poet. It offers rich insight into the principles of drama and poetic expression. A timeless text for literature students, now available at Multan Kitab Ghar.

An Essay on Dramatic Poesy Book

Key Features:

• ✔ Essential critical work for English literature students

• ✔ Covers classical vs. contemporary dramatic traditions

• ✔ Written in the form of an engaging dialogue

• ✔ Highlights 17th-century literary values and theories

• ✔ Recommended for MA English and literary criticism studies

Topics Covered:

• ✔ Defense of dramatic poetry

• ✔ Comparative analysis of ancient and modern drama

• ✔ French vs. English drama

• ✔ Aristotle's influence on dramatic theory

• ✔ The function and art of the poet

Contents:

• Introduction to John Dryden
• Dryden’s Essay of Dramatic Poesy
• Detailed Critical Summary of An Essay of Dramatic Poesy
• Text and Annotations
• Select university Questions with Answers
• Dryden: Father of English Criticism
• Dryden: A Pioneer of Comparative Criticism
• The Native impulse in Dryden’s Criticism
• Essay of Dramatic Poesy Textual Problems
• Dryden’s view of Drama
• The Ancients Versus Moderns Controversy
• Case for native tradition: Superiority of English Drama over French Drama
• Views on Shakespeare, Johnson, Beaumont and Fletcher
• Analysis of the Silent Woman
• In Defense of Tragi comedy
• General Estimate of Dryden as a Critic