The Misanthrope
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ISBN13: 9781420956252
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"Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known popularly by his stage name Moli#65533;re, is regarded as one of the masters of French comedic drama. When Moli#65533;re began acting in Paris there were two well-established theatrical companies, those of the H#65533;tel de Bourgogne and the Marais. Joining these theatrical companies would have been impossible for a new member of the acting profession like Moli#65533;re and thus he performed with traveling troupes of actors in the French provinces. It was during this period that Moli#65533;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 Orl#65533;ans, the brother of the King of France, Louis XIV. In this volume one of Moli#65533;re's most popular works is presented, one in which the author draws upon his bourgeoisie upbringing in 17th century France. "The Misanthrope" is a comedy of errors which satirizes the hypocrisies of French aristocratic society. The story is concerned with the relationship between Alceste, a French gentleman who laments the superficiality of society life, and C#65533;lim#65533;ne, a woman who epitomizes the courtly manners that Alceste despises. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper, is translated by Henri Van Laun, and includes an introduction by Eleanor F. Jourdain."
| ISBN-13 | 9781420956252 |
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| ISBN-10 | 1420956256 |
| Weight | 0.18 Pounds |
| Dimensions | 5.50 x 0.14 x 8.50 In |
| List Price | $5.99 |
| Format | Paperback |
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| Language | English |
| Publisher | Digireads.com Publishing |
| Published On | 2017-09-25 |
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