Every Man in His Humor
Every Man in His Humour is the comedy that established Ben Jonson's reputation, first acted in 1598. In this revised version, set in London, old Knowell tries to keep watch over his son Edward, a merchant named Kitely is consumed by jealousy over his wife, and the cowardly Captain Bobadill boasts of his swordsmanship to anyone who will listen. Each character is ruled by a single dominant humor, and the servant Brainworm keeps the plot turning with a string of disguises until the jovial Justice Clement sorts everyone out. The comedy is quick and satirical, a model for the comedy of humors that followed. This edition includes an introduction and a glossary. It is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, and the first act is free.
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Frequently asked questions about Every Man in His Humor
Every Man in His Humor by Ben Jonson can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
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Is Every Man in His Humor in the public domain?
Yes. Every Man in His Humor by Ben Jonson is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read Every Man in His Humor?
About 3 h 07 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is Every Man in His Humor?
Every Man in His Humor by Ben Jonson is filed under "Drama" in the Vinteuil library.
