Ben Jonson’s the Fountain of Self-Love: Or Cynthias Revels (1908)

Ben Jonson's The Fountain of Self-Love: Or Cynthias Revels is a play that was first performed in 1601. It is a satirical comedy that mocks the vanity and self-absorption of the courtiers and social climbers of the time. The play is set in the court of Queen Elizabeth I and revolves around the character of Cynthia, a goddess who represents beauty and perfection. The Fountain of Self-Love is a central feature of the play, which is a magical fountain that reflects the true nature of those who look into it. The play is full of witty dialogue, clever wordplay, and biting satire, and is considered one of Jonson's most successful works. This edition of the play, published in 1908, includes an introduction by Willy Bang, which provides historical context and analysis of the play's themes and characters. It is a valuable resource for students and scholars of Renaissance drama and literature.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.