First performed in 1610, The Alchemist was part of a quartet of comedies known for their wit, brilliant dialogue, and
shrewd caricatures. Thought to be Jonson 's best comedy, The Alchemist follows the satirical trail of deception when the
gentleman Lovewit leaves his London home due to the plague, leaving behind his servant, Face, who endeavours to dupe
all manner of folks-and relieve them of their funds-with the aid of fellow con artists. What ensues is a brilliant depiction of
human folly.
Complete and unabridged, with an introduction by Felix E. Schelling and a timeline of the life and times of Ben Jonson,
this elegantly designed, jacketed hardcover edition of The Alchemist is an essential collectible.