Moliere, whose real name was Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, was a French playwright and actor who lived in the 17th century. He is known for his comedic plays that often satirized the social norms and customs of his time.
Moliere's works were popular during his lifetime and continue to be performed and studied today. His most famous plays include "Tartuffe," "The Misanthrope," and "The Imaginary Invalid." Moliere's clever wit and sharp observations of human behavior have made him one of the most influential playwrights in French literature.
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- Molière was a French playwright and actor.
- His real name was Jean-Baptiste Poquelin.
- He is considered one of the greatest masters of comedy in Western literature.
- Molière's most famous works include "Tartuffe" and "The Misanthrope".
- He was a part of the French royal court and his plays were performed for King Louis XIV.
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Tartuffe
Molière's comedic play Tartuffe satirizes religious hypocrisy and deception in 17th century French society.
The Misanthrope
A comedy of manners by Molière, The Misanthrope follows the misadventures of Alceste, a man who despises hypocrisy in society.
The School for Wives
In Molière's classic comedy, a foolish man tries to mold his young bride into the perfect wife, only to have his plans backfire hilariously.
The School for Wives Criticized
A scathing critique of Molière's controversial play The School for Wives, delving into its themes of misogyny and manipulation.
The School for Husbands
In Molière's comedic play The School for Husbands, two brothers vie for the affections of a young ward, testing their approaches to love and marriage.
The Miser
A wealthy miser hoards his fortune, but soon realizes that true happiness cannot be found in material wealth.
The Doctor in Spite of Himself
A bumbling woodcutter is mistaken for a brilliant doctor and hilariously navigates absurd situations in this classic Molière comedy.
The Bourgeois Gentleman
A comedic play by Molière about a wealthy merchant who aspires to become a gentleman through absurd and extravagant means.
The Imaginary Invalid
Molière's comedic play "The Imaginary Invalid" satirizes the medical profession and hypochondria in 17th century France.
Don Juan
Join Don Juan on his scandalous adventures as he seduces countless women and navigates the consequences of his irresistible charm.