John Dryden (19 August [O.S. 9 August] 1631 – 12 May [O.S. 1 May] 1700) was an English poet, literary critic, translator, and playwright who was appointed England's first Poet Laureate in 1668.
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John Dryden 9 August 1631 Aldwincle, Thrapston, Northamptonshire, England
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Died |
1 May 1700 (aged 68) London, England
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Zodiac | Leo |
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