John Dryden, (1631-1700) English Poet Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Comment on this quote Share via Email Print this Page John Dryden Quote “The love of liberty with life is given, And life itself the inferior gift of Heaven.”John Dryden ~ John Dryden (1631-1700) English PoetPalamon and Arcite (bk. II, l. 291) Liberty Ratings and Comments Reply Mike, Norwalk 11/26/12 I might modify the sentiment by saying the love of liberty with life are inseparably noble. Reply E Archer, NYC 11/26/12 While Liberty may be a sacred gift, it still requires attention, nurturing, and protection. SaveOk2 SaveOk2 View CommentsClick to view or comment. Share on Facebook Tweet Email Print This John Dryden quote is found in these categories: Liberty quotes About John Dryden Bio of John Dryden Quotations by John Dryden Books by/about John Dryden John Dryden videos John Dryden on Wikipedia Astrological chart for John Dryden