The Miser and Other Plays

The Miser and Other Plays by Molière, published by Penguin in 1962, presents a collection of significant works that showcase the author’s mastery of comedy. This edition, comprising 251 pages, features plays that offer insightful commentaries on human life, reflecting Molière’s ability to blend humor with profound observations. The collection includes major works such as The Miser, The Would-be Gentleman, and Don Juan, alongside additional plays that embody Molière’s philosophy of using laughter as a means to address life’s challenges.
Readers will find that these plays not only entertain but also provoke thought, as Molière’s wit remains relevant in contemporary discussions. The themes explored in this volume resonate with the complexities of human nature and societal norms, making it a valuable addition to the study of drama and European literature. This edition is presented in English, making Molière’s timeless insights accessible to a wider audience.
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“In the seventeenth century Moliere raised comedy to the pitch of great art, setting standards by which it has been judged by the world ever since. Sparklingly shrewd commentaries on human life, his plays are sources of delight that we still find arresting and pertinent today. Of the comedies in this volume, three, The Miser, The Would-be Gentleman and Don Juan, are major works. The other two reflect Moliere’s philosophy of laughter as an instrument to sweep away care, restoring health and proportion. As John Wood comments in the introduction, ‘it is his achievement that under the impact of laughter, by the solvent of comedy, we experience the moment of truth, feel the compulsion of reason, share his compassion for common humanity’” — Back cover.
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