num_pages: 300
description: Bartholomew Fair is a play written by Ben Jonson in 1614. The play is set in the famous Bartholomew Fair, which was a popular event in London during the 17th century. The fair was known for its rowdy and chaotic atmosphere, where people from all walks of life would come to enjoy the various entertainments and attractions.The play follows the lives of several characters as they navigate the fair and its various temptations. There is a group of Puritans who are determined to put an end to the sinful behavior they witness at the fair. There is also a group of con artists who are looking to make a quick buck by scamming unsuspecting fairgoers.As the play unfolds, the characters become entangled in a web of deceit and temptation. There are scenes of drunkenness, debauchery, and violence, as well as moments of humor and satire. Through it all, Jonson uses the fair as a metaphor for the larger society, highlighting the greed, corruption, and moral decay that he saw around him.Bartholomew Fair is considered one of Jonson's most important plays, and it remains a classic of English literature. It is a vivid portrayal of life in 17th century London, and it offers a fascinating glimpse into the culture and values of the time.Why? would my Booth have broake, if they had fal'ne out in it? Sir? or would their heate have fir'd it? in, you Rogue, and wipe the pigges, and mend the fire, that they fall not, or I will both baste and roast you, till your eyes drop out, like them. Leave the bottle behinde you, and be curst a while.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.
language: English
title: Bartholomew Fair
titlecomplete: Bartholomew Fair
genres: Fiction, Plays, Theatre, British Literature, Drama, 17th Century, Comedy, School, Read For School, Classics
ratings_count: 798
publisher: Kessinger Publishing