Benjamin Jonsons career began in 1597 when he held a fixed engagement in "The Admirals Men"; and although he was unsuccessful as an actor; his literary talent was apparent and he began writing original plays for the troupe. Jonson had a literary knack for absurdity and hypocrisy; a trait that made him immensely popular in the 17th century Renaissance period. However; his reputation diminished somewhat in the Romantic era; when he began to be unfairly compared to Shakespeare. Although nearly all of his most famous works were produced between 1605 and 1620; he continued to write until his death in 1637. "The New Inn; or The Light Heart" was performed in 1629; only a year after Jonson suffered a stroke. The story takes place in an inn-house; where Lady Frances Frampul meets the melancholy Lord Lovel; and a complex series of far-fetched events ensues.
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