Birthdate: 1578 AD
Birthplace: London, United Kingdom
Died: 1634 AD
John Webster, an English Jacobean dramatist, is celebrated for his tragedies The White Devil and The Duchess of Malfi. His work is esteemed for its dark themes and intricate characters, making them masterpieces of the early 17th-century English stage. Webster’s professional career overlapped with Shakespeare’s, and he made noteworthy contributions to English literature during this era. As a playwright, he displayed a mastery of language and a profound insight into human nature, firmly establishing his position in the realm of English Renaissance drama.
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