Bartholomew Fair A Comedy Ben Jonson - Ben Jonson's career began in 1597 when he held a fixed engagement in the "Admiral's Men", and although he was unsuccessful as an actor, his literary talent was apparent...

Ben Jonson's masterpiece 'Volpone; Or, The Fox' is a satirical play that provides a scathing critique of greed and deception. Set in Venice, the play follows the cunning Volpone as he feigns illness to...

Please note: This audiobook has been created using AI voice. First performed in 1610, The Alchemist is one of Ben Jonson’s greatest comedies. Written for the King’s Men—the acting company to which Shakespeare...

In the bustling streets of London, where laughter and wit collide, Ben Jonson's "Every Man in His Humour" unfolds. A satirical masterpiece, this play delves into the eccentricities and follies of human...

In the bustling streets of London, where wit and folly collide, Ben Jonson's "Every Man Out of His Humour" unfolds. A satirical masterpiece, this play skewers the eccentricities and pretensions of society....

In the bustling streets of Jacobean London, where greed and deception thrive, a devilish plot unfolds. "The Devil is an Ass" by Ben Jonson is a satirical masterpiece that exposes the folly of human nature....

In the vibrant tapestry of Jacobean England, a tale of love, laughter, and self-discovery unfolds. Cynthia's Revels, a witty and satirical comedy by Ben Jonson, transports us to a world where the pursuit...

Ben Jonson's "Cynthia's Revels; Or, The Fountain of Self-Love" is a satirical play that delves into the themes of self-love, vanity, and moral corruption in the society of Jacobean England. Written in...

Ben Jonson's 'Every Man in His Humor' is a classic comedy play that satirizes the fashionable affectations of the Elizabethan era. Written in 1598, the play embodies Jonson's signature style of sharp...

Ben Jonson’s "Volpone" is a fine example of Elizabethan theatre and one of the greatest satirical comedies ever written. In this 1606 tale of greed, lust and utter cowardice, Ben Jonson explores the...

In "Discoveries Made Upon Men and Matter and Some Poems," Ben Jonson delivers a rich tapestry of philosophical reflection intertwined with sharp social commentary. This collection showcases Jonson's trademark...

In "Volpone; Or, The Fox," Ben Jonson masterfully intertwines satirical wit with moral intrigue, creating a richly textured narrative that critiques the greed and corruption of early 17th-century Venetian...

The three plays collected in this volume depict the faults, errors and foibles of ordinary people with exuberant humour, savage satire and acute observations. Volpone portrays a rich Venetian who pretends...

The greatest of English dramatists except Shakespeare, the first literary dictator and poet-laureate, a writer of verse, prose, satire, and criticism who most potently of all the men of his time affected...

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Volpone – célibataire très riche sans héritier naturel – feint cyniquement d’être à l’article de la mort, ce qui a pour but d’attirer les prétendants à la succession. Le serviteur Mosca fait saliver l’avocat...

Fortune, that favours fools, these two short hours, We wish away, both for your sakes and ours, Judging spectators; and desire, in place, To the author justice, to ourselves but grace. Our scene is London,...

V olpone, childless, rich, feigns sick, despairs, O ffers his state to hopes of several heirs, L ies languishing: his parasite receives P resents of all, assures, deludes; then weaves O ther cross plots,...

"The Alchemist" is a comedy written by Ben Jonson and performed in 1610 by the King’s men. Created four years after Volpone, The Alchemist is widely considered to be Ben Jonson’s best comedy. Following...

In "Discoveries Made Upon Men and Matter and Some Poems," Ben Jonson delves into the intricacies of human nature and the material world through a series of insightful essays and poignant verses. This...

Ben Jonson's 'The Alchemist' is a satirical play that follows the lives of three conmen living in London during the 17th century. Through witty dialogue and cunning schemes, the characters attempt to...

Ben Jonson's 'Sejanus: His Fall' is a captivating historical tragedy that delves into the corrupt world of Ancient Rome during the reign of Emperor Tiberius. Written in a neoclassical style, the play...

Ben Jonson's 'Epicoene; Or, The Silent Woman' is a comedic play that delves into the theme of deception, particularly in relationships. Written in the early 17th century, the play is known for its sharp...

Ben Jonson's 'Every Man out of His Humour' is a comedic play that satirizes the social customs and behaviors of the Elizabethan era. Written in a dramatic style with witty dialogue and clever wordplay,...

Ben Jonson's 'The Poetaster' is a satirical play that cleverly satirizes the rival playwrights of his time, particularly John Marston and Thomas Dekker. Written in a mix of prose and poetry, Jonson's...

Ben Jonson's 'The Case is Altered' is a comedic play that delves into themes of social mobility, deception, and morality. Written in the Elizabethan era, the play showcases Jonson's wit and sharp observation...

Every Man out of His Humour Ben Jonson - "Jonson's *Every Man Out of His Humour* is a comical satire about envy and aspiration among the ambitious middle classes, who seek happiness in fame and material...

Epicoene; Or, The Silent Woman - Ben Jonson - Epicoene: or, The Silent Woman (1609) is considered one of his greatest comedies, upon which, along with Volpone (1607), The Alchemist (1610), and Bartholomew...

The Alchemist Ben Jonson - The Alchemist is a comedy by English playwright Ben Jonson. It is generally considered Jonsons best and most characteristic comedy; Samuel Taylor Coleridge believed that it...

Volpone; Or, The Fox Ben Jonson - Volpone ([volpone], Italian for "sly fox") is a comedy play by English playwright Ben Jonson first produced in 16051606, drawing on elements of city comedy and beast...