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Three Comedies

by Michael Jameison, Ben Jonson
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Three Comedies
Three Comedies

Satirical comedies exposing human folly, vices.

If you enjoy sharp wit wrapped in classic literature, Ben Jonson's "Three Comedies" might be the perfect match. This collection offers a biting examination of greed, hypocrisy, and human weaknesses, laid out in comedies that have stood the test of time. Jonson's clever dialogue and memorable characters provide not just laughs, but a thoughtful reflection on society.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Three Comedies

by Michael Jameison, Ben Jonson
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ISBN: 9780140430134
Authors: Michael Jameison, Ben Jonson
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Date of Publication: 1966-08-30
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Drama
Related Topics: Theatre
Goodreads rating: 3.55
(rated by 64 readers)
 

Satirical comedies exposing human folly, vices.

If you enjoy sharp wit wrapped in classic literature, Ben Jonson's "Three Comedies" might be the perfect match. This collection offers a biting examination of greed, hypocrisy, and human weaknesses, laid out in comedies that have stood the test of time. Jonson's clever dialogue and memorable characters provide not just laughs, but a thoughtful reflection on society.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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