Ben Jonson (1886)

Ben Jonson is a book written by John Addington Symonds and published in 1886. It is a biography of the famous English playwright and poet, Ben Jonson, who lived from 1572 to 1637. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Jonson's life, including his early years, his education, his career as a playwright and poet, and his personal relationships.Symonds delves into Jonson's works, including his plays and poetry, and provides critical analysis of their themes and literary techniques. He also explores Jonson's relationships with other writers of his time, such as William Shakespeare and Francis Bacon.In addition to his literary achievements, Symonds also examines Jonson's personal life, including his marriages, his children, and his struggles with alcoholism. He also discusses Jonson's political views and his involvement in the court of King James I.Overall, Ben Jonson by John Addington Symonds is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of the most important literary figures of the English Renaissance. It provides a detailed look into Jonson's life and works, and offers valuable insights into the cultural and political context of his time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.