The Alchemist

Name: The Alchemist
Author: Ben Jonson

by Ben Jonson

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Project Gutenberg

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Produced by Amy E Zelmer, Robert Prince, Sue Asscher, and David Widger

Release date

2003-05-01

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Public domain in the USA.

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English drama (Comedy)English drama -- 17th century London (England) -- Drama City and town life -- Drama Alchemists -- Drama

About the author

Ben Jonson

d. 1637

Best known as one of Shakespeare’s great contemporaries, this sharp-witted playwright and poet helped define English comedy and satire. His works still stand out for their vivid characters, bold humor, and fearless eye for human folly.

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