Ben Jonson and the Roman Frame of Mind

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Ben Jonson and the Roman Frame of Mind
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Katharine Eisaman Maus
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:224
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 152
Category/GenreLiterary studies - plays and playwrights
ISBN/Barcode 9780691611969
ClassificationsDewey:822.3
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 14 July 2014
Publication Country United States

Description

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