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“And where she went, the flowers took thickest root, As she had sow'd them with her odorous foot.”

Quote by Ben Jonson

Book:The works of Ben Jonson, with notes, and a biogr. memoir, by W. Gifford. With intr. and appendices by F. Cunningham

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The works of Ben Jonson, with notes, and a biogr. memoir, by W. Gifford. With intr. and appendices by F. Cunningham

The volume presents a detailed compilation of Ben Jonson's literary contributions, offering readers a comprehensive view of his plays, poems, and other writings. Enhanced with scholarly notes and a biography, the book provides insight into Jonson's life and work. The inclusion of an introduction and appendices by F. Cunningham further enriches the text with additional context and analysis. more

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Ben Jonson, a renowned English playwright and poet, was born on June 11, 1572, and died on August 6, 1637. His works have had a profound impact on the development of drama, and he is considered one of the greatest English playwrights, second only to Shakespeare. more

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