In which era did Jonson primarily influence poets and playwrights?
Elizabethan
Stuart
Jacobean
Victorian
Answer
Jacobean, that of James I, is the literary period encompassing the first three decades of the 17th century. During this era, Jonson heavily influenced many playwrights and poets. He was renowned as a master of language, and his works demonstrated a unique satirical and moralistic approach. His plays, like "Volpone" and "The Alchemist," are considered masterpieces of the time and have left an indelible impact on English literature and theater.
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