Publication

1909 - Govt. Print. Off., Washington, District of Columbia

Language

English

Word Count

25,750 words, Guess

Page Count

103 pages

Identifiers

Classifications

  • LCCL111 .A6 1909, no. 7

Description

This unique volume brings together four of Moliere's greatest verse comedies covering the best years of his prolific writing career. Actor, director, and playwright, Moliere (1622-73) was one of the finest and most influential French dramatists, adept at portraying human foibles and puncturing pomposity. The School for Wives was his first great success; Tartuffe, condemned and banned for five years, his most controversial play. The Misanthrope is his acknowledged masterpiece, and The Clever Women his last, and perhaps best-constructed, verse piece. In addition this collection includes a spirited attack on his enemies and a defense of his theater, in the form of two sparkling short plays, The School for Wives Criticized and The Impromptu at Versailles.

Subjects

Series Statement

  • Bulletin, 1909:

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