Ben Jonson (1886)

Ben Jonson is a biography of the famous English playwright, poet, and literary critic, Ben Jonson, written by John Addington Symonds and originally published in 1886. The book provides a comprehensive account of Jonson’s life, from his early years as a bricklayer’s apprentice to his rise as a prominent figure in the literary circles of 17th-century England. Symonds explores Jonson’s literary works, including his plays, poems, and critical essays, and analyzes the themes and motifs that run through them. He also delves into Jonson’s personal life, including his relationships with other writers and his struggles with addiction and financial troubles.Throughout the book, Symonds provides a detailed picture of the social and cultural context in which Jonson lived and worked, highlighting the political and religious tensions of the time and their impact on the literary scene. He also examines Jonson’s influence on later generations of writers and his enduring legacy in English literature.Overall, Ben Jonson is a fascinating and informative biography of one of the most important literary figures of the English Renaissance, offering readers a deeper understanding of Jonson’s life, works, and cultural significance.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.