The Poetry of the 17th Century - Volume 2

As the Elizabethan age fades, Europe witnesses the emergence of powerful empires vying for territory and resources, reflecting the tensions of a world in flux. Amidst the turmoil of the English Civil War and the transition to Puritan rule, poetry flourishes, heralding a golden age marked by the works of notable figures such as John Milton, John Dryden, and Ben Jonson, who continue to shape the literary landscape following the legacy of William Shakespeare.