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To His Sacred Majesty

poem by Dryden
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"To His Sacred Majesty" is a poem by John Dryden written in 1661 to celebrate the coronation of King Charles II. It is one of Dryden's early works, designed to honor the monarchy and imbue the young king with an aura of majesty and divinity. This poem, along with "Astraea Redux," marked Dryden's alignment with the restored monarchy, shaping his career and fortunes as a writer. Dryden, a dominant figure in English literature during his time, was known for his mastery of various poetic styles and his significant contributions to drama and literary criticism.12

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