54 results for 'Moliere'

The Theatres of MolièreThis in-depth study examines the practice and method of one of the greatest actor-dramatists, shedding new light on the dramatic intelligence and theatrical understanding...

Molière - The Countess of Escarbagnas La Comtesse D'Escarbagnas by Moliere Born in Paris in 1622, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin adopted the stage name Molière and embarked on a career that would take him...

Molière's satirical comedies pose an intriguing challenge for modern audiences: how can a genre associated with biting caricature and castigation deliver engaging theater? Larry F. Norman explores...

A Study Guide for Moliere's "Tartuffe" provides comprehensive support for literature students. This concise guide includes a plot summary, character analysis, author biography, study questions,...

Molière - The Impostures of Scapin Les Fourberies de Scapin is a collection of plays by the renowned French playwright Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, better known as Molière. Born in Paris in 1622,...

Molière - The Imaginary Invalid Le Malade Imaginaire By Molière Born in Paris to a prosperous family, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin became known as Molière. He began his career as a valet to the King's...

Molière - Tartuffe Or, The Hypocrite Aka The Imposteur By Molière Born into a prosperous family in Paris, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin adopted the stage name Molière and embarked on a career that would...

Patrick Marber's Don Juan in Soho is a modern retelling of Molière's 17th-century farce, transposing the action to contemporary London. The play follows the debauched protagonist as he embarks on his...

Molière - Monsieur de Pourceaugnac 'i Prefer a Pleasant Vice to an Annoying Virtue' Born into a prosperous family in Paris, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin adopted the stage name Molière and embarked on a...

Molière's plays have been delighting audiences for centuries, and now they can be enjoyed in English verse thanks to the masterful translations of Richard Wilbur. This two-volume edition brings...

Understanding French Literature: A Closer Look at Molière's Comedy This analysis explores key passages in Molière's comedy The Tartuffe. It delves into the nuances of the play, examining its themes...

The Misanthrope and Other Plays by Jean-Baptiste Moliere is a collection of plays that showcase the author's mastery of comedy. First performed in the 17th century, Molière's works continue to be...

This comprehensive guide to Molière's life and works provides a detailed introduction to his theatrical career, theatres, patrons, performers, and publics. The Companion explores Molière's unique...

John Cairncross: The Fifth Man of the Cambridge Spy Circle by Geoff Andrews. The life of John Cairncross, one of the most enigmatic figures in the Cambridge Spies, has long been shrouded in mystery...

The Misanthrope by Molière is a comedy of errors that satirizes the hypocrisies of French aristocratic society. Written in 17th century France, this play draws upon the author's bourgeoisie...

Molière's comedy of manners explores the desires and aspirations of a rising member of the middle class. A lust for social status and higher learning drives the plot, revealing the strengths of...

The Miser/The Idiot by Molière and Ranjit Bolt is a satirical comedy that explores the themes of materialism and deception. First performed in 1995, it was revived at the Salisbury Playhouse in April...

Tartuffe by Molière and Roger McGough is a witty and sparkling comedy about deception and hypocrisy in 17th-century society. A wealthy merchant's new companion seems like a beacon of piety, but as...

This collection brings together five of Molière's most celebrated plays. The three verse plays, The Misanthrope, Tartuffe and The School for Wives, have been rendered in sparkling English couplets by...

Two masterpieces of comedic theatre from Molière's mature period are presented here: "El avaro" and "El enfermo imaginario". These plays showcase the author's mastery of comedy, breaking free from...

Seven of Molière's most celebrated prose plays are collected in this volume, offering a unique insight into the wit and satire of one of France's greatest playwrights. The selection includes...

Tartuffe, or The Hypocrite is a renowned theatrical comedy written by Molière in 1664. At its core, the play revolves around Orgon's family, who have fallen under the influence of Tartuffe, a cunning...

This Penguin volume brings together four of France's most significant plays from the 17th century. Written by Pierre Corneille, Jean Racine and Jean-Baptiste Molière, these works showcase the...

The Hypochondriac by Roger McGough and Molière is a witty play that satirises hypochondria and the medical profession. In this adaptation, a wealthy gentleman named Argan becomes convinced he's...

The Father is a powerful drama that explores the complex relationships within a family.Translated into English by Christopher Hampton, this edition of Florian Zeller's play was commissioned by the...

This collection brings together four of Molière's greatest verse comedies, showcasing the playwright's mastery of human foibles and his ability to puncture pomposity. The plays include The...

The Bourgeois Gentleman is a comedy by Molière that explores the desires and aspirations of a rising member of the middle class. A man who lusts for social status and higher learning, he navigates...

The Miser by MolièreA drama about a man consumed by his love of wealth and his obsessive desire to protect it. Despite being a widower, he attempts to marry his son's fiancée, but his penny-pinching...

Conversations After a Burial is a darkly comedic play that explores the complex emotions surrounding death and mourning. Written by Yasmina Reza, this was her first major work, which earned her the...

This introduction to French literature provides an accessible overview of its themes and forms from the Middle Ages to the present. Major writers are discussed chronologically in their historical...

The Miser and Other Plays by MoliereA collection of dramatic commentaries on society, featuring works that challenged the conventions of his time.These plays offer a glimpse into the lives of...

Three figures have shaped the legend of Don Juan: the man at the heart of the myth, and two writers who helped create it. This collection brings together the foundational drama by Tirso de Molina,...

Tartuffe is a witty satire that explores the dangers of hypocrisy and deception. A con-artist named Tartuffe manipulates those around him with his insufferable pieties, earning the admiration of...

Published in 2011, Les Fourberies de Scapin is a comedy play by Molière, now available in English.This witty and engaging work showcases the playwright's mastery of satire and social commentary. With...

Tartuffe by Molière is a hilarious and irreverent comedy that explores the darker side of human nature. When Tartuffe ingratiates himself with Orgon's family, his charm and respectability prove...

A new version of Molière's comic masterpiece, Tartuffe, the Imposter, explores the lengths we go to find meaning and the chaos that can result. Orgon's seemingly perfect life is turned upside down...

Amphitryon remains one of the most frequently performed versions of this ancient Greek myth. At its core is a comedic exploration of mistaken identities, as two men take on earthly forms to pursue...

This anthology of one-act plays brings together works by renowned playwrights from around the world. It features lesser-known gems alongside more familiar titles, including "The Boor" by Anton...

Mikhail Bulgakov's Six Plays offer a unique insight into the life and work of one of the Soviet Union's finest playwrights. This collection brings together his major dramatic achievements, including...

The Witlings and The Woman-Hater is a collection of two comedies by Frances Burney, exploring themes of misogyny and social critique through the lens of 18th-century English drama.These linked plays...

Sherman Plays: 2 Onassis; Passing By; The Miser A collection of three plays by Martin Sherman, exploring themes of love, obsession and status. Onassis portrays the life of Aristotle Onassis, who...

Judith N. Shklar explores the nature and effects of ordinary vices in this thought-provoking work. Drawing from a range of writers, including Molière, Dickens, Shakespeare, and Nietzsche, she...

Discover the literary lives that shaped Paris, from its 15th-century roots to the 20th century. This engaging book takes you on a grand tour of the city's most famous writers and their haunts.Author...

Jacques Copeau was a pioneering figure in twentieth-century theatre practice, known for his innovative approaches to actor-training, physical theatre, and ensemble acting. This book provides an...

Art Against Censorship explores the complex relationship between art and politics in 19th-century France through the work of Honoré Daumier.Daubier's career was marked by periods of stifling...

A fresh take on Molière's Tartuffe is presented in this wicked comedy that challenges trust, faith and redemption. When multi-millionaire Archibald Organdy faces his mortality, he rejects...

The Scandal of the Speaking Body: A Meditation on Speech and Seduction Shoshana Felman's bold exploration of speech and seduction delves into the complex relationship between language, love, and the...

The Wisdom of the Enlightenment by Michael K. Kellogg This comprehensive survey explores the revolutionary philosophies of the Enlightenment, tracing their development from 1637 to the present day...

Michel Serres' groundbreaking series Hermes is recognized as one of the giants of postwar French philosophy of knowledge. This introductory volume, now available in English for the first time, marks...

El sí de las niñas la comedia nueva by Leandro Fernández de Moratín is considered his masterpiece. In this comedy of social critique, Dona Irene, a widow and mother, arranges her daughter's marriage...

The Comedy of Asses and Other Roman Plays By Titus Maccius Plautus and Wolfgang de Melo This volume presents five of Plautus' extant comedies, including Amphitruo, Asinaria, Aulularia, Bacchides, and...

Performative Polemic Anti-Absolutist Pamphlets and their Readers in Late Seventeenth-Century France by Kathrina Ann LaPorta explores the "war of words" unleashed in pamphlets denouncing Louis XIV's...

Explore the literary heart of Paris with Dominic Bliss's captivating photographic journey. This elegant album takes you on a stroll through the city's most iconic bookshops, famous literary...

Leo Lowenthal's Literature and the Image of Man Volume 2: Communication in Society explores how literature reflects and shapes societal attitudes towards human nature. This collection of studies...