The Works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 14

"The Works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 14" by John Dryden is a compilation of classical poetry and literature from the early 1800s that features Dryden’s English translations of important Latin pieces, most notably Virgil’s "Georgics" and "Æneis," complete with academic observations. Concentrating on Dryden's impact on English literature, it emphasizes his translations and adaptations of ancient works that illuminate the natural world, farming, and what it means to be human, beginning with Dryden's respectful dedication to the Earl of Chesterfield, where he discusses why he chose to translate Virgil's "Georgics," showing both his respect for Virgil's skill and his worry about doing justice to the original Latin. The dedication sets the stage for deeper investigation into ideas like the connection between people and the environment and agricultural methods.