The Misanthrope and Other Plays - Softcover

Moliere, Jean-Baptiste

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0451524152 ISBN 13: 9780451524157

Publisher: Signet Classics, 1968

Synopsis

The Misanthrope, Moliere's richly sophisticated comic drama is accompanied in this volume by The Would-be Gentleman, another tale of a dangerously deluded and obsessive hero. Tartuffe dares to take on the subject of religious hypocrisy. Also included are Such Foolish Affected Ladies and Those Learned Ladies, both newly translated for this edition. Finally, The Doctor Despite Himself is a hilarious example of Moliere's long-standing vendetta against the medical profession.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Written during the triumphant final years of Moliere's career, these seven works represent the mature flowering of his artistry and the most profound development of his vision of humanity. They are essential to appreciating the full genius of this greatest and best-loved French comic author.

About the Author:

Moliere was the stage name of Jean-Baptiste Poquelin (1622-1673). His plays achieved great success, especially his masterpiece, The Misanthrope, and elicited enormous controversy with their religious irreverence.

About this edition

• Publisher: Signet Classics
• Publication date: 1968
• ISBN 10: 0451524152
• ISBN 13: 9780451524157
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 512