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Le Tartuffe; Ou, L'imposteur

Le Tartuffe; Ou, L'imposteur

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ISBN10: 1144526140
ISBN13: 9781144526144
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Feb 14 2010
Pages: 112
Weight: 0.37
Height: 0.23 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: French

Le Tartuffe; Ou, L'imposteur is one of Molière's most celebrated comedies. This edition, likely published around 1904, presents the original French text of the play. Tartuffe satirizes religious hypocrisy through the character of Tartuffe, a pious fraud who manipulates the wealthy Orgon and his family. The play is a masterpiece of wit, social commentary, and dramatic irony, exploring themes of deception, morality, and the abuse of power. Molière's sharp critique of religious extremism ignited controversy upon its initial performances, and Tartuffe remains a relevant and enduring work of French literature, offering insights into human nature and the complexities of societal relationships. This edition provides readers with an opportunity to engage with Molière's timeless comedy in its original language.

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