The Misanthrope (Translated by Henri Van Laun with an Introduction by Eleanor F. Jourdain) The Misanthrope (Translated by Henri Van Laun with an Introduction by Eleanor F. Jourdain)

The Misanthrope (Translated by Henri Van Laun with an Introduction by Eleanor F. Jourdain‪)‬

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Publisher Description

Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known popularly by his stage name Molière, is regarded as one of the masters of French comedic drama. When Molière began acting in Paris there were two well-established theatrical companies, those of the Hôtel de Bourgogne and the Marais. Joining these theatrical companies would have been impossible for a new member of the acting profession like Molière and thus he performed with traveling troupes of actors in the French provinces. It was during this period that Molière 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 Orléans, the brother of the King of France, Louis XIV. In this volume one of Molière’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 Célimène, a woman who epitomizes the courtly manners that Alceste despises. This edition is translated by Henri Van Laun, includes an introduction by Eleanor F. Jourdain, and a biographical afterword.

GENRE
Arts & Entertainment
RELEASED
2017
September 20
LANGUAGE
EN
English
LENGTH
86
Pages
PUBLISHER
Neeland Media LLC
SELLER
Ingram DV LLC
SIZE
3.8
MB

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