Influence Of Ben Jonson On English Comedy, 1598-1642 (1912)

The book ""Influence Of Ben Jonson On English Comedy, 1598-1642"" written by Mina Kerr and originally published in 1912 explores the impact of Ben Jonson, a prominent playwright and poet of the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras, on English comedy during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. The author examines the ways in which Jonson's works, including his plays and masques, shaped and influenced the development of English comedy during this period. Kerr delves into Jonson's use of language, themes, and characters, as well as his influence on other playwrights of the time. The book is a comprehensive study of Jonson's contribution to the genre of English comedy and its evolution during the Renaissance period. It provides a valuable insight into the literary and cultural context of the time and is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of English drama.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.