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Volpone

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  • 240 pages
  • 9 hours of reading

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Set in early 17th-century Venice, this classic play by Ben Jonson explores themes of greed, deception, and the pursuit of wealth. The cunning character Volpone feigns illness to manipulate wealthy suitors who seek to inherit his fortune. As the plot unfolds, the interplay of wit and trickery reveals the moral corruption of those who covet riches. Richly layered with satire, the work critiques human folly and societal values, making it a timeless commentary on avarice and ambition.

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