Epicoene

`Epicoene` by Ben Jonson, a satirical comedy first performed in 1609, explores themes of gender, identity, and societal hypocrisy. The play centers on Morose, a

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Epicoene
`Epicoene` by Ben Jonson, a satirical comedy first performed in 1609, explores themes of gender, identity, and societal hypocrisy. The play centers on Morose, a wealthy man obsessed with silence, and his attempts to avoid marriage until manipulated by a clever cast of characters. Set against the backdrop of Jacobean London, `Epicoene` offers a witty examination of social conventions and the complexities of deception. The play is considered a significant work within the history of English literature. #Comedy #Satire #Gender #Identity #Deception #EnglishLiterature #Jacobean