Molière (Classic Reprint)

Description: In this engaging biography, the author narrates the extraordinary life and revolutionary career of Molière, the comedic genius of the 17th century French theatre. From his humble origins as a tapestry maker's son to his triumph as a playwright, actor, and director, Molière's life was a whirlwind of artistic achievements and personal struggles. The book delves into the themes of love, truth, and the power of laughter that permeated his work and explores the societal context of his era, where he challenged conventions, satirized human foibles, and elevated the status of French theater. Through detailed accounts of Molière's most famous plays, including "Tartuffe," "The Misanthrope," and "The School for Wives," the author illuminates the playwright's mastery of language, character development, and comedic timing. This captivating biography sheds new light on the enduring legacy of Molière, whose insights into human nature continue to resonate with audiences today. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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