Cynthia's Revels, or The Fountain of Self-Love by Ben Jonson is a satirical play that delves into the themes of vanity, self-absorption, and social commentary. The play follows the lives of various characters as they navigate the world of courtship, manipulation, and self-discovery.

Jonson's sharp wit and clever dialogue shine throughout the play, creating a humorous and thought-provoking commentary on the often ridiculous and shallow nature of society. The characters are well-developed and each serves as a reflection of different aspects of human behavior, making them both entertaining and relatable.

Overall, Cynthia's Revels is a captivating and insightful play that offers a fresh perspective on the complexities of human nature. Jonson's skillful writing and keen observations make this a must-read for anyone interested in classic literature and social satire.

Book Description:
"Cynthia's Revels," the second "comical satire," was acted in 1600, and, as a play, is even more lengthy, elaborate, and impossible than "Every Man Out of His Humour." Here personal satire seems to have absorbed everything, and while much of the caricature is admirable, especially in the detail of witty and trenchantly satirical dialogue, the central idea of a fountain of self-love is not very well carried out, and the persons revert at times to abstractions, the action to allegory. [Let's see if you agree!] - Summary by Prof. Felix E. Schelling Cast list:Cynthia: Devorah Allen Echo: Sonia Mercury: ToddHW Arete: Linda Olsen Fitak Hesperus: alanmapstone Phantaste: Lynette Caulkins Crites: Larry Wilson Argurion: Sonia Amorphus: Elijah Fisher Philautia: Foon Asotus: Hamlet Moria: Leanne Yau Hedon: Tomas Peter Cos: Jim Locke Anaides: Campbell Schelp Gelaia: Sandra Schmit Morphides: Jim Locke Prosaites: alanmapstone Morus: Nemo Cupid: Eva Davis Child 1: alanmapstone Child 2: Tomas Peter Child 3: TJ Burns Citizen: Adrian Stephens Citizen's Wife: Availle Tailor: April 6090 Perfumer: Steven Fellows Feather-Maker: Sandra Schmit Jeweler: Nemo Milliner: Shashank Jakhmola Barber: Sonia Prologue: alanmapstone Epilogue: alanmapstone Stage Directions: KevinS Edited By: ToddHW