“He that is respectless in his courses oft sells his reputation at cheap market.”
Quote by Ben Jonson
Work
Every Man in His Humour: A Comedy. Written by Ben Jonson. With Alterations and Additions. As it is Perform'd at the Theatre-Royal in Drury-Lane
This book is a comedy play by the renowned playwright Ben Jonson. It includes revised and enhanced versions of the original script, tailored for the specific production at the Theatre-Royal in Drury-Lane. more
Author
Ben Jonson
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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