Volpone; Or, The FoxDigiCat, 15. 9. 2022 - Počet stran: 129 Ben Jonson's 'Volpone; Or, The Fox' is a satirical comedy play that explores themes of greed, deception, and corruption in society. Written in the early 17th century, this play is a poignant commentary on the moral decay of Venice during Jonson's time. Jonson's sharp wit and clever wordplay bring to life the antics of the cunning protagonist, Volpone, and his equally deceitful accomplice, Mosca. The play is known for its intricate plot twists and memorable characters, making it a classic of English literature. Its blend of comedy and social criticism makes 'Volpone' a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers today. Ben Jonson, a contemporary of William Shakespeare, was a prolific playwright and poet in the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras. Known for his wit and sharp tongue, Jonson's works often satirized the vices and follies of society. His background as a bricklayer and soldier provided him with a unique perspective that he brought to his writing, resulting in works that are both entertaining and thought-provoking. I highly recommend 'Volpone; Or, The Fox' to readers interested in classic literature, satire, and social commentary. Jonson's masterful storytelling and biting humor make this play a must-read for anyone looking to delve into the complexities of human nature and society. |
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... drama, and he was neither chary in talking of them nor in experimenting with them in his plays. This makes Jonson, like Dryden in his time, and Wordsworth much later, an author to reckon with; particularly when we remember that many of ...
... drama, and he was neither chary in talking of them nor in experimenting with them in his plays. This makes Jonson, like Dryden in his time, and Wordsworth much later, an author to reckon with; particularly when we remember that many of ...
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... drama return to a slavish adherence to classical conditions. He says as to the laws of the old comedy (meaning by "laws," such matters as the unities of time and place and the use of chorus): "I see not then, but we should enjoy the ...
... drama return to a slavish adherence to classical conditions. He says as to the laws of the old comedy (meaning by "laws," such matters as the unities of time and place and the use of chorus): "I see not then, but we should enjoy the ...
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... drama. Aristophanes so lampooned Euripides in "The Acharnians" and Socrates in "The Clouds," to mention no other examples; and in English drama this kind of thing is alluded to again and again. What Jonson really did, was to raise the ...
... drama. Aristophanes so lampooned Euripides in "The Acharnians" and Socrates in "The Clouds," to mention no other examples; and in English drama this kind of thing is alluded to again and again. What Jonson really did, was to raise the ...
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... drama. As to Jonson's personal ambitions with respect to these two men, it is notable that he became, not pageant-poet, but chronologer to the City of London; and that, on the accession of the new king, he came soon to triumph over ...
... drama. As to Jonson's personal ambitions with respect to these two men, it is notable that he became, not pageant-poet, but chronologer to the City of London; and that, on the accession of the new king, he came soon to triumph over ...
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... drama, so that Shakespeare was making no new departure when he wrote his "Julius Caesar" about 1600. Therefore when Jonson staged "Sejanus," three years later and with Shakespeare's company once more, he was only following in the elder ...
... drama, so that Shakespeare was making no new departure when he wrote his "Julius Caesar" about 1600. Therefore when Jonson staged "Sejanus," three years later and with Shakespeare's company once more, he was only following in the elder ...
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