Selected Masques
Author: Ben Jonson
Binding: Paperback
Published: Yale University Press, 1975
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Ben Jonson's Selected Masques presents a captivating collection of the elaborate court entertainments that defined Jacobean England. This volume illustrates the playwright's mastery of allegorical verse and intricate stagecraft, showcasing works designed to flatter royalty and comment on contemporary society. Readers will discover the rich tapestry of classical mythology, symbolic characters, and poetic ingenuity that characterized these unique dramatic forms. The collection chronicles Jonson's unparalleled ability to blend spectacle with profound intellectual depth, offering a window into the cultural and political landscape of his era. It is an essential compilation for enthusiasts of Renaissance literature and theatrical history.
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Author: Ben Jonson
Binding: Paperback
Published: Yale University Press, 1975
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Ben Jonson's Selected Masques presents a captivating collection of the elaborate court entertainments that defined Jacobean England. This volume illustrates the playwright's mastery of allegorical verse and intricate stagecraft, showcasing works designed to flatter royalty and comment on contemporary society. Readers will discover the rich tapestry of classical mythology, symbolic characters, and poetic ingenuity that characterized these unique dramatic forms. The collection chronicles Jonson's unparalleled ability to blend spectacle with profound intellectual depth, offering a window into the cultural and political landscape of his era. It is an essential compilation for enthusiasts of Renaissance literature and theatrical history.
