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Dramatist

John Webster, born in 1580 in England, was a renowned dramatist of the 17th century. His works are characterized by their deep tragic tone and complex psychological portrayals, with notable plays such as 'The White Devil' and 'The Duchess of Malfi'.

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Famous John Webster Quotes

“Integrity of life is fame's best friend, Which nobly, beyond death, shall crown the end.”

Life Death Integrity Fame

Book:The Duchess of Malfi

Source: The Duchess of Malfi

“What a strange creature is a laughing fool, As if a man were created to no use But only to show his teeth.”

People Life Stupidity Of Man

Book:The White Devil

Source: The White Devil

“I know death hath ten thousand several doors For men to take their exits; and 'tis found They go on such strange geometrical hinges, You may open them both ways: any way, for heaven-sake”

Life Death Exit Door John Webster Duchess Of Malfi

Book:The Duchess of Malfi

Source: The Duchess of Malfi

“Vain the ambition of kings Who seek by trophies and dead things To leave a living name behind, And weave but nets to catch the wind.”

Life Names Behinds Wind Kings Ambition Vain Trophies

Author:John Webster

About the Author

Born: 1580
Died: 1634
Known for: Dramatist
Quotes: 81

Books & Sources

The Duchess of MalfiRelated source material

The White DevilRelated source material

The Duchess of Malfi: John WebsterRelated source material

The Works of John Webster: With Some Account of the Author, and NotesRelated source material

Animal Welfare: Limping Towards EdenRelated source material

Four Revenge Tragedies: The Spanish Tragedy, The Revenger's Tragedy, 'Tis Pity She's A Whore and The White DevilRelated source material

The Works of John Webster: Now First CollectedRelated source material

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