“Passions are spiritual rebels and raise sedition against the understanding.”
Quote by Ben Jonson
Work
The Works of Ben. Jonson: Underwoods. Timber; or, Discoveries made upon men and matter. Horace, Of the art of poetry [with an English translation by Jonson]. The English grammar. Leges convivales, rules for the Tavern Academy. The case is altered
The Works of Ben. Jonson is a comprehensive compilation of the writings of the renowned Elizabethan playwright and poet. It includes 'Underwoods,' a collection of poems; 'Timber,' a series of critical essays; a translation of Horace's 'Of the art of poetry'; 'The English grammar,' a guide to the language; 'Leges convivales,' rules for the Tavern Academy; and 'The case is altered,' which may be a play or a treatise. This collection offers insight into Jonson's diverse literary contributions and his influence on English literature. 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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