“Rich apparel has strange virtues; it makes him that hath it without means esteemed for an excellent wit; he that enjoys it with means puts the world in remembrance of his means.”
Quote by Ben Jonson
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The Works of Ben Jonson
This volume includes a selection of Ben Jonson's most renowned works, showcasing his contributions to English Renaissance literature. It features his plays, such as 'Volpone' and 'The Alchemist,' as well as his poetry and prose, offering insight into his wit, satire, and dramatic style. more
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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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Source: 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