The Alchemist

Set in 1612, this edition of the play features the first quarto publication, following its initial performance in 1610. It highlights the revisions made by the author in the 1616 folio edition and includes additional corrections from the 1640 second folio, attributed to Jonson or Sir Kenhelm Digby. The reproduction showcases the British Museum's copy of the first edition, offering a glimpse into the historical context and evolution of the text.