The Misanthrope, Tartuffe, and Other Plays (Oxford World's

The Misanthrope, Tartuffe, and Other Plays (Oxford World's Classics)

This unique volume brings together four of MoliÃ¨re's greatest verse comedies covering the best years of his prolific writing career. Actor, director, and playwright, MoliÃ¨re (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.

About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
Country USA
Brand OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS
Manufacturer Oxford University Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780199540181
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EANs 9780199540181
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

The Misanthrope, Tartuffe, and Other Plays (Oxford World's Classics)