ABSTRACT

As the Reign of Queen Elizabeth is one of the most shining Parts of our History, and an Age of which Englishmen are accustom'd to speak with a particular Pride and Delight; it is remarkable for having been fruitful in Eminent Genius's of very different kinds. Among the Romans the Age of Augustus is observ'd to have produc'd the finest Wits, but the preceding one the greatest Men. But this was a Period of Time distinguish'd for both; and, by a wonderful Conjunction, we find Learning and Arms, Wisdom and Polite Arts arising to the greatest Heights together.