One-Act Comedies of Moliere: Seven Plays

By Molière

Book Overview

These are the best of Moli?re's masterful one-acts, blending broad farce and pointed wit to express his never-ending delight in human foibles. But Moli?re is more than just the "master of the laugh " for behind the comic gestures of these matchless rogues, tight-fisted masters, possessive lovers and elegant ladies lurk fears, insecurities and their consequences. Includes: The Jealous Husband, The Flying Doctor, Two Precious Maidens Ridiculed, The Imaginary Cuckold, The Rehearsal at Versailles, The Forced Marriage, The Seductive Mistress.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1557831092
• ISBN13: 9781557831095
• Release Date: June 2000
• Publisher: Globe Pequot Publishing Group Inc/Bloomsbury
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.3" x 8.2"

Customer Reviews

Little known Moliere (at least in America)

These comedies are just as good as his well known plays. This translation is simple and direct. A great addition to an actor's book shelf. Good for high school students as the plays are short.

Bermel is the BEST!

If you're producing Moliere for an American audience, Bermel's translations/adaptations are the BEST! His texts play magnificently and his ability to transcode Moliere's sense of humor into an American-accessible format is extraordinary.