Benjamin Jonson, ein Zeitgenosse William Shakespeares, war eine herausragende Persönlichkeit des englischen Renaissancedramas, der Lyrik und des Schauspiels. Er ist berühmt für seine scharfen satirischen Theaterstücke und seine exquisiten lyrischen Gedichte. Mit seiner immensen Wissensbreite und seiner Vorliebe für lebhafte Debatten beeinflusste Jonson nachhaltig die Dramatiker und Dichter der jakobinischen und karolinischen Epoche mit seiner einzigartigen Stimme und seinem Stil.
The rivalry between poets Horace and Crispinus unfolds in ancient Rome, highlighting the competitive nature of the literary and theatrical world in Jacobean London. Through satire, the play critiques the ambitions and pretensions of artists seeking fame in the court of Emperor Augustus, reflecting the social dynamics and artistic struggles of the time.
The compilation features Ben Jonson's insightful prose and poetry, showcasing his reflections on life, literature, and human nature. "Discoveries Made upon Men and Matter" offers keen observations on fellow writers and cultural trends, while "Some Poems" highlights his linguistic mastery and exploration of themes like love and morality. This collection serves as a significant resource for understanding Jonson's intellectual legacy and enduring influence on the English Renaissance, inviting readers to delve into the mind of this literary giant.
Set in the courtroom of Queen Elizabeth I, this satirical play critiques self-love, vanity, and social pretensions through the character of Cynthia, a representation of both the moon and the queen. As a wise and virtuous ruler, Cynthia observes the follies of her courtiers, highlighting their hypocrisy and narcissism. The extravagant revels prepared for the queen serve as a backdrop for exploring these themes. Through sharp wit and comedic situations, the play delivers a moral lesson on the perils of vanity and the necessity of self-awareness and humility.
The collection features insightful essays and evocative poetry from Ben Jonson, a prominent figure of the Elizabethan era. In "Discoveries," Jonson explores the creative process, offering sharp observations on literature, art, and the human condition. His witty insights illuminate the complexities of life, while the accompanying poems showcase his linguistic mastery and deep understanding of human experience. This work exemplifies Jonson's lasting impact on literature, highlighting his relevance and inspiration for readers throughout the centuries.
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This book is a reproduction of a historical work, published by Megali, which focuses on making literature more accessible for individuals with impaired vision through large print. The initiative underscores the importance of inclusivity in reading and preserving historical texts for a wider audience.
Focusing on accessibility, this publication is a reproduction of a historical work presented in large print, catering specifically to readers with impaired vision. The Megali publishing house is dedicated to making literature more accessible, ensuring that important texts remain available to a wider audience.
The book is a reproduction of a historical work, produced by Megali, a publishing house dedicated to creating large print editions. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility for individuals with impaired vision, allowing them to engage with historical texts more easily.
Focusing on accessibility, this book is a reproduction of a historical work presented in large print, catering specifically to individuals with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a house dedicated to making literature more accessible, it emphasizes the importance of preserving historical texts while ensuring they are readable for all.
This work is a reproduction of a historical text, specifically designed in large print to enhance accessibility for individuals with impaired vision. The publishing house Megali focuses on making such texts available, ensuring that important historical works are easier to read for a broader audience.
This book is a reproduction of a historical work, published by Megali, a house dedicated to creating large print editions. The focus on accessibility aims to assist readers with impaired vision, ensuring they can enjoy and engage with significant literary contributions from the past.
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The life and work of Benjamin Jonson highlight his significant influence on English poetry and stage comedy, particularly through his popularization of the comedy of humours. Renowned for his satirical plays such as Every Man in His Humour, Volpone, The Alchemist, and Bartholomew Fair, Jonson's contributions have earned him recognition as the second most important English dramatist after Shakespeare during the reign of James I. His lyric and epigrammatic poetry further showcase his artistic prowess and lasting legacy.
Focusing on the interplay of realism and absurdity, this collection showcases Benjamin Jonson's most celebrated works, including the darkly comedic "Volpone," where a con artist manipulates greedy heirs. Other notable plays, such as "The Alchemist," "The Epicoene," and "Bartholomew Fair," explore themes of deception and societal flaws through humor and farce. Each piece highlights Jonson's sharp wit and critical perspective on human nature, making this collection a significant contribution to Renaissance literature.
The book explores the life and works of Benjamin Jonson, a pivotal figure in English literature known for his innovative contributions to comedy and poetry. He popularized the comedy of humours and is celebrated for his satirical plays such as Every Man in His Humour, Volpone, The Alchemist, and Bartholomew Fair. Jonson's influence on stage comedy and his mastery of lyric and epigrammatic poetry solidify his status as the second most significant English dramatist of the early 17th century, following Shakespeare.
The book explores the life and work of Benjamin Jonson, an influential English playwright and poet known for his significant contributions to stage comedy and poetry. It highlights his role in popularizing the comedy of humours and showcases his most notable works, including satirical plays like Every Man in His Humour and Volpone. Jonson's artistry earned him recognition as one of the foremost English dramatists of his time, second only to Shakespeare, particularly during the reign of James I.
The book explores the life and contributions of Benjamin Jonson, an influential English playwright and poet known for shaping the comedy of humours. His notable works include satirical plays such as Every Man in His Humour, Volpone, The Alchemist, and Bartholomew Fair, alongside his lyric and epigrammatic poetry. Regarded as the second most significant English dramatist after Shakespeare during the reign of James I, Jonson's artistry has left a lasting legacy on both poetry and stage comedy.
The play provides a humorous yet sharp depiction of early 17th-century London society, showcasing characters from diverse social backgrounds. As they interact and confront the challenges of urban life, their stories reveal the intricacies and absurdities of human behavior, making it a timeless exploration of social dynamics and personal quirks.
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This funny play is about rich people. These people always want more money, so Volpone and his servant play a game. People think Volpone is dying. They bring beautiful things for him. They want his money after he dies. But what will happen to Volpone's money? Who will win - and who will lose?
The five plays in this collection are Everyman in his Humour, the tragedy
Sejanus, Volpone, The Alchemist, and Bartholomew Fair. They represent the full
range and complexity of Jonson's art as a playwright. The text is the
modernized version of Herford and Simpson's edition (OUP 1925-52), with full
annotation.
Much-studied and frequently performed, these comedies by the great Elizabethan playwright Ben Jonson satirize the greed, mendacity, gullibility, and pretension of seventeenth-century London society. Both plays abound in colorful characters, ingenious plotting, biting wit, and sharp insight into human nature.In Volpone (1605), a crafty rich man attempts to augment his wealth by feigning a mortal illness. His wealthy neighbors, spying the opportunity for an inheritance, vie with each other in courting the “dying” man’s favor. The Alchemist (1610) comprises a likewise avaricious cast, headed by a butler and prostitute who join forces with a swindler claiming to possess the philosopher's stone. The trio hosts a parade of eager victims whose hypocrisy and greed place them on a moral footing similar to that of the tricksters. Both plays offer sparkling examples of their author's novel approach to satire and his distinctive blend of savagery, humor, moralism, and a powerful sense of the absurd.
This beautifully produced, unabridged edition of The Alchemist, Ben Jonson's most celebrated comedy, is an essential addition to any bibliophile's library.
Contains poetry Ben Jonson, one of the greatest English playwrights of the
17th century and also a lyric poet. The poems included are: Epigrams, The
Forest and Underwoods, On My First Son, Song to Celia, On Poet-Ape, and An Ode
to Himself. They offer a celebration of both one man's life, and of an age.
Shakespearers"s nearest rival created in Volpone and The Alchemist hilarious portraits of cupidity and chicanery, while in Bartholomew Fair he portrays his fellow Londoners at their most festive-and most bawdy.
The sharpest, funniest comedy about money and morals in the 17th century is still the sharpest and funniest about those things in the 21st. The full, modernised play text is accompanied by incisive commentary notes which communicate the devastating comic energy of Volpone's satire. The introduction provides a firm grounding in the play's social and literary contexts, demonstrates how careful close-reading can expand your enjoyment of the comedy, shows the relevance of Jonson's critique to our modern economic systems, and provides a clear picture of how the main relationships in the play function on the page and stage. Supplemented by a plot summary and annotated bibliography, it is ideal for students of Jonson, city comedy and early modern drama.