The Misanthrope, Tartuffe, and Other Plays (with an

The Misanthrope, Tartuffe, and Other Plays (with an Introduction by Henry Carrington Lancaster)

Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known popularly by his stage name MoliÃ¨re, is regarded as one of the masters of French comedic drama. When MoliÃ¨re began acting in Paris there were two well-established theatrical companies, those of the HÃ´tel de Bourgogne and the Marais. Joining these theatrical companies would have been impossible for a new member of the acting profession like MoliÃ¨re and thus he performed with traveling troupes of actors in the French provinces. It was during this period that MoliÃ¨re would refine his skills as both an actor and a writer. Eventually his reputation would increase allowing him to return to Paris where he gained the patronage of Philippe I, Duke of OrlÃ©ans, the brother of the King of France, Louis XIV. This collection of MoliÃ¨reâ€™s plays includes some of his most notable compositions. In â€œThe Misanthropeâ€, a comedy of errors which satirizes the hypocrisies of French aristocratic society, the author draws upon his bourgeoisie upbringing in 17th century France. â€œTartuffeâ€ is the story of Orgon, the head of his family, who has fallen under the influence of Tartuffe, an imposter who pretends to be pious and to speak with divine authority. These plays along with â€œThe School for Wivesâ€, â€œThe School for Wives Criticizedâ€, and â€œThe Impromptu at Versaillesâ€ exhibit the dramatist at his comedic best. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper and includes an introduction by Henry Carrington Lancaster.
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Country	USA
Brand	Digireads.com
Manufacturer	Digireads.com Publishing
Binding	Paperback
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781420955330
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

The Misanthrope, Tartuffe, and Other Plays (with an Introduction by Henry Carrington Lancaster)

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