Masques, Epigrams and Underwoods

Masques, Epigrams and Underwoods: The Works of Ben Jonson V8 is a book that compiles the literary works of Ben Jonson, a prominent English playwright and poet from the 17th century. The book features a collection of masques, which are elaborate theatrical performances that were popular during the Renaissance period. These masques were often performed for the royal court and featured music, dance, and elaborate costumes.In addition to the masques, the book also includes a selection of Jonson's epigrams. Epigrams are short, witty poems that are often satirical in nature. They were a popular form of poetry during Jonson's time and were used to comment on social and political issues.Finally, the book also includes a collection of Jonson's underwoods. Underwoods are a type of poetry that were often written about nature and the countryside. They were typically more informal in style than other forms of poetry and were often used to express personal feelings and emotions.Overall, Masques, Epigrams and Underwoods: The Works of Ben Jonson V8 provides a comprehensive look at the literary works of one of England's most celebrated writers. It offers readers a glimpse into the cultural and artistic landscape of the 17th century and showcases Jonson's versatility and skill as a writer.1816. Part Eight of Nine. Dramatist, poet, scholar and writer of court masques, Ben Jonson was the leading literary figure during the reign of King James I. Jonson was known as an avid scholar of Latin and Greek, and his mastery of the classics, the high-spirited buoyancy of his plays and the brilliance of his language have earned him a reputation as one of the great playwrights in English literature. Jonson was appointed court poet in 1605, and became a writer of court masques-elaborate spectacles that involved music, dancing, and pageantry. The book of Epigrams contains, in the poets own words, the ripest of his studies. Underwoods is part of Jonson's nondramatic poetry. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.