Ben Jonson
Born: 06-10-1573
Ben Jonson was an influential English playwright and poet of the early 17th century, known for his sharp wit and complex characters. A contemporary of Shakespeare, Jonson's works like "Volpone" and "The Alchemist" are celebrated for their satirical brilliance and commentary on human nature. He was also a pioneer of the comedy of humors. Jonson's legacy endures through his contributions to English literature and theatrical innovation.
Book summaries for books written by Ben Jonson
Quotes
Good morning to the day; and next, my gold!
It is the common disease of all your musicians that they know no mean, to be entreated, either to begin or end.
It is not the fashion to see the lady the first day of her coming.
He wears a Colt’s tooth in his left ear.
I am not in health, I am not in plight.
Why do you make yourself so wild a tempest?
O, how this man is faln from estimation!
He is an epicure, a statesman, and a scholar.
What a rare punishment is avarice to itself!
Give me a court where I may fairly plead my faith!
I would wish no man more honesty than I bring, nor no greater cunning than I carry.
I do best understand myself, and see the drift of mine own purposes.