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Tartuffe
Hardcover
Fiction AnthologiesGeneral DramaPlays
ISBN13: 9781024456271
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 86
Weight: 0.66
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: French
Tartuffe is one of Molière's most celebrated comedies, a biting satire of religious hypocrisy. The play centers on the character of Tartuffe, a pious fraud who ingratiates himself into the household of the wealthy Orgon. Blinded by Tartuffe's feigned devotion, Orgon is manipulated into nearly giving away his fortune and his daughter's hand in marriage. The play cleverly unveils the duplicity of religious charlatans and explores themes of deception, social climbing, and the importance of reason.
This edition offers readers a chance to engage with a cornerstone of French literature, reflecting the sharp wit and social commentary that define Molière's enduring legacy. The play's timeless themes continue to resonate with modern audiences, making Tartuffe a powerful and relevant work.
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