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Author: Ben Jonson
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Published: 1996-09-15
Total Pages: 262
ISBN-13: 9780719030901
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis edition contains an introduction which looks at the special place of the play in Jonson's own life, his interest in London, the theatrical setting of the play and its sources and analogues. It also includes critical and explanatory commentaries and a glossarial index.
Author: Ben Jonson
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Published: 1905
Total Pages: 346
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Published: 1816
Total Pages: 466
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Ben Jonson
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780199555543
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA quintesstential selection of the dramatic work of Ben Jonson, this edition features the plays Poetaster, Sejanus, The Devil is An Ass, and New Inn. Jonson's work is renowned for its wit and biting religions and social commentary these four plays are no exception. The plays featured in this edition have been freshly edited from the earliest printed texts. The introduction focuses on the interaction between poet and state authority, and the need for new productions of these rarely performed classics from our dramatic heritage.
Author: Ben Jonson
Publisher: MIT Press
Published: 1995
Total Pages: 164
ISBN-13: 9781854592682
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis edition of "The Devil is an Ass" (1616) aims to provide an insight into Jonson's life and work, the theatrical qualities of the play, its political background and its textual history. In his introduction, Peter Happe looks at the special place of the play in Jonson's own life, his interest in London, the theatrical setting of the play and its sources and analogues. There are critical and explanatory commentaries and a glossarial index. The play is seen in its historical and political context, by linking it with late medieval and Elizabethan plays, as well as with the Jacobean stage. The text is meticulously and reliably edited, with modernized spelling for today's reader. A commentary is provided to explain difficult or significant passages. The stage history of the play also includes very recent productions. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.
Author: Ben Jonson
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Published: 1756
Total Pages: 492
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Published: 1756
Total Pages: 484
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Kit Rocha
Publisher: Tor Books
Published: 2020-07-28
Total Pages: 351
ISBN-13: 1250209358
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDeal with the Devil is Orphan Black meets the post-apocalyptic Avengers by USA Today and New York Times bestselling author duo Kit Rocha. Nina is an information broker with a mission—she and her team of mercenary librarians use their knowledge to save the hopeless in a crumbling America. Knox is the bitter, battle-weary captain of the Silver Devils. His squad of supersoldiers went AWOL to avoid slaughtering innocents, and now he's fighting to survive. They’re on a deadly collision course, and the passion that flares between them only makes it more dangerous. They could burn down the world, destroying each other in the process... Or they could do the impossible: team up. This is the first book in a near-future science fiction series with elements of romance. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Author: Herbert George Wells
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Published: 2024-06-13
Total Pages: 176
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKEmbark on a thought-provoking journey into the depths of the human psyche with Herbert George Wells' groundbreaking trilogy, "Boon: The Mind of the Race, The Wild Asses of the Devil, and The Last Trump." Delve into the complexities of human nature, society, and the forces that shape our destiny. As Wells' visionary trilogy unfolds, prepare to be mesmerized by his bold exploration of the human condition. From the darkest recesses of the mind to the far reaches of the cosmos, each work is a testament to Wells' unparalleled insight and imagination. But here's the provocative question that will challenge your perceptions: What drives humanity's relentless pursuit of progress and self-destruction? Are we truly masters of our fate, or are we bound by forces beyond our control? Explore the depths of the human mind and spirit as Wells confronts the existential dilemmas that define our existence. Through his visionary storytelling, discover the triumphs and tragedies that shape the course of human history. Are you ready to confront the mysteries of the human psyche and the cosmic forces that govern our world? Immerse yourself in Wells' epic trilogy, presented in gripping, philosophical prose. Let his profound insights and imaginative storytelling expand your horizons and challenge your understanding of the universe. Join the ranks of those who dare to question the nature of reality and the limits of human knowledge. Start your journey into the mind of the race today! Experience the brilliance of Herbert George Wells' visionary trilogy firsthand. Purchase "Boon: The Mind of the Race, The Wild Asses of the Devil, and The Last Trump" now, and embark on an unforgettable exploration of the human condition.
Author: Anne Rice
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Published: 2010-11-17
Total Pages: 448
ISBN-13: 030757587X
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"STARTLING . . . FIENDISH . . . MEMNOCH'S TALE IS COMPELLING." --New York Daily News "Like Interview with the Vampire, Memnoch has a half-maddened, fever-pitch intensity. . . . Narrated by Rice's most cherished character, the vampire Lestat, Memnoch tells a tale as old as Scripture's legends and as modern as today's religious strife." --Rolling Stone "SENSUAL . . . BOLD, FAST-PACED." --USA Today "Rice has penned an ambitious close to this long-running series. . . . Fans will no doubt devour this." --The Washington Post Book World "MEMNOCH THE DEVIL OFFERS PASSAGES OF POETIC BRILLIANCE." --Playboy "[MEMNOCH] is one of Rice's most intriguing and sympathetic characters to date. . . . Rice ups the ante, taking Lestat where few writers have ventured: into heaven and hell itself. She carries it off in top form." --The Seattle Times
