Alexander's Feast: Macflecknoe and St. Cecilia's Day

by John Dryden

Alexander's Macflecknoe And St. Cecilia's Maynard's English Classic Series is a collection of three works by the renowned English poet and playwright, John Dryden. The first work, Alexander's Feast, is an ode in honor of Alexander the Great and his victory over the Persians. The second work, Macflecknoe, is a satirical poem that mocks the contemporary playwrights of Dryden's time. The third work, St. Cecilia's Day, is an ode celebrating the patron saint of music and musicians. This book is part of Maynard's English Classic Series, which aims to provide students and readers with accessible editions of classic English literature. With its combination of epic poetry, satire, and celebration of music, Alexander's Macflecknoe And St. Cecilia's Day is a must-read for anyone interested in the works of John Dryden and the literary culture of 17th century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Genres: Poetry, Satire

Paperback

First published January 1, 1682

About the author

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John Dryden was an English poet, literary critic, translator, and playwright who was made Poet Laureate in 1668. He is seen as dominating 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. Walter Scott called him "Glorious John."

Reviews

[Florina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful satire that bears lovely traces of the lyrical too. Dryden is criminally underrated.

[Geoffrey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Agree with Florina. This great work inspired Handel, whose marvellous setting can be heard on internet under Harnoncourt. My only criticism is that my favourite piece, Bacchus ever fair and young, is got over rather too soon.

[Lnaz]

" And, like another Helen, fired another Troy."