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Witty one-acts expose folly with sharp humor.
If you relish the blend of smart comedy and satirical take on society's pretensions, Molière's plays will entertain and provoke thought. His plays are crafted with a deftness that makes the social commentary as relevant today as it was in the 17th century. The sharp wit will win you over, as each act unfolds human follies and foibles in a distinctly humorous light.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9781557831095
Publisher: Applause
Date of Publication: 2000-06-01
Format: Paperback
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Goodreads rating: 3.83
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These are the best of Molière's masterful one-acts, blending broad farce and pointed wit to express his never-ending delight in human foibles. But Molière is more than just the "master of the laugh," for behind the comic gestures of these matchless rogues, tight-fisted masters, possessive lovers, and elegant ladies lurk fears, insecurities, and their consequences. Includes: The Jealous Husband, The Flying Doctor, Two Precious Maidens Ridiculed, The Imaginary Cuckold, The Rehearsal at Versailles, The Forced Marriage, The Seductive Mistress.
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Witty one-acts expose folly with sharp humor.
If you relish the blend of smart comedy and satirical take on society's pretensions, Molière's plays will entertain and provoke thought. His plays are crafted with a deftness that makes the social commentary as relevant today as it was in the 17th century. The sharp wit will win you over, as each act unfolds human follies and foibles in a distinctly humorous light.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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