Teeming with lively humor and satirical plot devices, this timeless comedy by one of France's greatest playwrights follows the outrageous activities of a penniless scoundrel and religious pretender. Invited to live in his benefactor's house, he wreaks havoc among family members by breaking off the daughter's engagement, attempting to seduce his hostess, and resorting to blackmail and extortion. Essential reading for students of theater and literature.
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Tartuffe
Teeming with lively humor and satirical plot devices, this timeless comedy by one of France's greatest playwrights follows the outrageous activities of a penniless scoundrel and religious pretender. Invited to live in his benefactor's house, he wreaks havoc among family members by breaking off the daughter's engagement, attempting to seduce his hostess, and resorting to blackmail and extortion. Essential reading for students of theater and literature.
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780881453690 |
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Publisher: | Broadway Play Publishing, Inc. |
Publication date: | 02/28/2014 |
Pages: | 92 |
Product dimensions: | 5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.19(d) |
Lexile: | NP (what's this?) |
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