Publisher's Synopsis
Cynthia's Revels: Or The Fountain Of Self Love is a play written by the renowned English playwright, Ben Jonson, and first published in 1912. The play is a satirical comedy that explores the themes of self-love, vanity, and the corrupting influence of power.The story revolves around a group of courtiers who are obsessed with their own beauty, wit, and social status. They are all vying for the attention and favor of the queen, who is portrayed as a capricious and fickle ruler. The central character of the play is a young man named Crites, who is the embodiment of self-love and vanity. He is determined to win the queen's favor by any means necessary, even if it means betraying his friends and engaging in underhanded tactics.As the play unfolds, the characters engage in a series of witty and often absurd conversations, showcasing Jonson's skill at crafting clever dialogue. The play also features a number of memorable comic scenes, including a mock trial and a masque. Throughout the play, Jonson uses humor and satire to expose the flaws and foibles of his characters, and to comment on the corrupting influence of power and ambition.Overall, Cynthia's Revels: Or The Fountain Of Self Love is a witty and entertaining play that offers a sharp critique of the excesses of the courtly lifestyle. It remains a popular work of English literature and a testament to Jonson's skill as a playwright.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
