Epicoene; Or, The Silent Woman

Ben Jonson's "Epicoene; Or, The Silent Woman" is a masterful comedic work that deftly navigates themes of gender, identity, and social masquerade. Set against the backdrop of early 17th-century London, the play employs sharp wit and rich linguistic creativity to explore the tensions between appearance and reality within societal norms. Jonson'Äôs use of satire illustrates the complexities of human...