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Set in seventeenth-century London, this comedy by Ben Jonson explores themes of greed and deception through the story of a wealthy man feigning illness to manipulate his neighbors into vying for his fortune. As they compete for his favor, the play showcases a cast of vibrant characters and intricate plotting. Jonson's sharp wit and keen observations on human nature make this work a timeless satire of societal pretensions. This edition is edited by Jonas Barish and reflects the enduring relevance of Jonson's insights.
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Volpone, Ben Jonson
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- Année de publication
- 2018
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- Titre
- Volpone
- Sous-titre
- Or, the Fox
- Langue
- Anglais
- Auteurs
- Ben Jonson
- Éditeur
- Martino Fine Books
- Publié
- 2018
- Format
- souple
- Pages
- 126
- ISBN13
- 9781684222315
- Séries
- Mots clés
- Fiction, Classiques, L'école, Pièces de théâtre, 17e siècle
- Évaluation
- 3,35 sur 5
- Description
- Set in seventeenth-century London, this comedy by Ben Jonson explores themes of greed and deception through the story of a wealthy man feigning illness to manipulate his neighbors into vying for his fortune. As they compete for his favor, the play showcases a cast of vibrant characters and intricate plotting. Jonson's sharp wit and keen observations on human nature make this work a timeless satire of societal pretensions. This edition is edited by Jonas Barish and reflects the enduring relevance of Jonson's insights.