Elizabethan Humours and the Comedy of Ben Jonson, Being the Book of the Play of Every Man in His Humour, 1598, as Produced by the English Club of Stanford University, 1905

This volume offers a unique glimpse into the intersection of early modern drama and early 20th-century academic engagement. "Elizabethan Humours and the Comedy of Ben Jonson" centers around the 1598 play "Every Man in His Humour," one of Ben Jonson's early successes, known for its witty dialogue and exploration of the â€~humours' that govern human behavior. This book is not merely a reprint of the play; it documents the 1905 production by the English Club of Stanford University.

The book provides valuable insights into how Elizabethan drama was interpreted and adapted for a new audience, reflecting the scholarly and theatrical interests of the time. It serves as a historical record of both Jonson's enduring influence and the evolving landscape of literary study and performance. For scholars of theatre history, English literature, and performance studies, this book offers a fascinating case study in the reception and revival of classic texts.

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