This edition had all images removed.
Title: The Poetaster
Note: Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Amy E. Zelmer, Sue Asscher, Robert Prince, and David Widger
Summary: "The Poetaster" by Ben Jonson is a comedic play written during the early 17th century. The work satirically addresses the world of poets and playwrights, featuring figures like Ovid and several contemporary characters in a humorous examination of literary aspirations, rivalries, and the nature of art itself. The story unfolds within the setting of Rome, where Jonson's character critiques the pretensions and failings of fellow poets and dramatists, particularly targeting the playwright John Marston. At the start of "The Poetaster," we are introduced to themes of envy and artistic ambition through the character of Envy, who expresses disdain for the artistic community. The Prologue, depicted as an armed figure, reflects Jonson's defensive stance against criticism and set the tone for a battle against detractors. As we meet Ovid, he is caught between the expectations of his father, who wants him to pursue law, and his passion for poetry. The opening establishes a backdrop of comedic tension as various characters engage in witty exchanges, highlighting the absurdity of their literary pursuits and the societal pressures they face. This sets the stage for a nuanced critique of artistic integrity and shows the increasingly troublesome interactions between poets within Jonson's vibrant and satirical depiction of Roman society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Jonson, Ben, 1573?-1637
EBook No.: 5166
Published: Feb 1, 2004
Downloads: 205
Language: English
Subject: Satire
Subject: Comedies
Subject: Poets -- Drama
Subject: Rome -- History -- Augustus, 30 B.C.-14 A.D. -- Drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Poetaster
Note: Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Amy E. Zelmer, Sue Asscher, Robert Prince, and David Widger
Summary: "The Poetaster" by Ben Jonson is a comedic play written during the early 17th century. The work satirically addresses the world of poets and playwrights, featuring figures like Ovid and several contemporary characters in a humorous examination of literary aspirations, rivalries, and the nature of art itself. The story unfolds within the setting of Rome, where Jonson's character critiques the pretensions and failings of fellow poets and dramatists, particularly targeting the playwright John Marston. At the start of "The Poetaster," we are introduced to themes of envy and artistic ambition through the character of Envy, who expresses disdain for the artistic community. The Prologue, depicted as an armed figure, reflects Jonson's defensive stance against criticism and set the tone for a battle against detractors. As we meet Ovid, he is caught between the expectations of his father, who wants him to pursue law, and his passion for poetry. The opening establishes a backdrop of comedic tension as various characters engage in witty exchanges, highlighting the absurdity of their literary pursuits and the societal pressures they face. This sets the stage for a nuanced critique of artistic integrity and shows the increasingly troublesome interactions between poets within Jonson's vibrant and satirical depiction of Roman society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Jonson, Ben, 1573?-1637
EBook No.: 5166
Published: Feb 1, 2004
Downloads: 205
Language: English
Subject: Satire
Subject: Comedies
Subject: Poets -- Drama
Subject: Rome -- History -- Augustus, 30 B.C.-14 A.D. -- Drama
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.