Volpone

by Ben Jonson

Overview

V olpone, childless, rich, feigns sick, despairs,
O ffers his state to hopes of several heirs,
L ies languishing: his parasite receives
P resents of all, assures, deludes; then weaves
O ther cross plots, which ope themselves, are told.
N ew tricks for safety are sought; they thrive: when bold,
E ach tempts the other again, and all are sold.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9788822839961
Publisher:	Ben Jonson
Publication date:	09/07/2016
Sold by:	StreetLib SRL
Format:	eBook
File size:	710 KB

About the Author

Benjamin Jonson was an English playwright, poet, actor, and literary critic, whose artistry exerted a lasting impact upon English poetry and stage comedy. He popularised the comedy of humours.

Table of Contents

Introduction
Preface
Plot summary
Analysis
1. Historical and literary contexts
2. Performance aspects of the text
3. Critical interpretations
Resources and annotated bibliography
A note on the text
The Play

Editorial Reviews

...a solid and useful book. Medieval and Renaissance Drama in England

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