Ben Jonson and the Roman Frame of Mind

by Katharine Eisaman Maus

Book Overview

Katharine Maus explores the biographical reasons for Jonson's preference for particular Latin authors; the effects of Roman moral and psychological paradigms on his methods of characterization and generic choices; the connection between his critical theory and artistic practice; and the impact of Roman social theory on his portrayal of communities and on his peculiar relationship with his audiences.

Originally published in 1985.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0691611963
• ISBN13: 9780691611969
• Release Date: July 2014
• Publisher: Princeton University Press
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"