The Works of John Marston. Volume 1

"The Works of John Marston. Volume 1" by John Marston is a compilation of theatrical pieces from the Elizabethan era, marked by a distinctive combination of tragic elements and biting satire. The included plays, like "Antonio and Mellida," "Antonio's Revenge," and "The Malcontent," demonstrate the playwright's talent through his detailed examinations of character and scathing reviews of society. The series of plays are introduced by an editor's note that lays the groundwork for appreciating Marston's complex literary history and paradoxical interactions with other influential playwrights, like Ben Jonson. The editor's introduction sheds light on Marston's exploration of identity and moral struggles on the vibrant background of the theater. The reader will gain a greater understanding of Marston as a significant individual whose dramas thoroughly explore the realm of human emotion as well as the frequently turbulent backdrop of the political and social world.