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Cynthia's Revels Or, The Fountain Of Self-Love Vol. One

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"Cynthia's Revels: Or, The Fountain of Self-Love" is a satirical play written by means of Ben Jonson. Set in the courtroom of Queen Elizabeth I, the play explores the themes of self-love, conceitedness, and social pretensions. The story revolves around the character of Cynthia, a symbol of the moon and the queen herself. Cynthia is portrayed as a smart and virtuous ruler who observes the follies and vices of the courtiers. The play satirizes the courtly behavior and exposes the hypocrisy and self-centeredness of the characters. The identify "Cynthia's Revels" refers to the extravagant and extravagant events and entertainments prepared via the courtiers to thrill the queen. These revels serve as a backdrop for the exploration of the characters' flaws and the results of their self-love. Through witty speak, sharp observations, and comedic situations, Jonson criticizes the immoderate self-love and narcissism commonplace in society. The play offers a moral lesson approximately the risks of vanity and the importance of self-awareness and humility. Overall, "Cynthia's Revels: Or, The Fountain of Self-Love" is a humorous and notion-frightening work that exposes the issues of human nature and offers a satirical remark on the society of Jonson's time.

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  • Sprache:
  • Englisch
  • ISBN:
  • 9789361158971
  • Einband:
  • Taschenbuch
  • Seitenzahl:
  • 302
  • Veröffentlicht:
  • 1. Februar 2024
  • Abmessungen:
  • 140x18x216 mm.
  • Gewicht:
  • 429 g.
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"Cynthia's Revels: Or, The Fountain of Self-Love" is a satirical play written by means of Ben Jonson. Set in the courtroom of Queen Elizabeth I, the play explores the themes of self-love, conceitedness, and social pretensions. The story revolves around the character of Cynthia, a symbol of the moon and the queen herself. Cynthia is portrayed as a smart and virtuous ruler who observes the follies and vices of the courtiers. The play satirizes the courtly behavior and exposes the hypocrisy and self-centeredness of the characters. The identify "Cynthia's Revels" refers to the extravagant and extravagant events and entertainments prepared via the courtiers to thrill the queen. These revels serve as a backdrop for the exploration of the characters' flaws and the results of their self-love. Through witty speak, sharp observations, and comedic situations, Jonson criticizes the immoderate self-love and narcissism commonplace in society. The play offers a moral lesson approximately the risks of vanity and the importance of self-awareness and humility. Overall, "Cynthia's Revels: Or, The Fountain of Self-Love" is a humorous and notion-frightening work that exposes the issues of human nature and offers a satirical remark on the society of Jonson's time.

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