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Paris (France) -- Drama Books
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Molière
L'Avare
"L'Avare" by Molière is a five-act comedy first performed in 1668. The play centers on Harpagon, an elderly miser whose obsession with his gold overshadows everything else in his life. He schemes to marry a young woman his own son loves, while forcing his daughter into an unwanted match. When his precious cash box is stolen, Harpagon's paranoia explodes as he suspects everyone around him. This fast-paced comedy blends satire and farce, even breaking the fourth wall to include the audience in its chaos.
Molière
Saituri: Komedia 5:ssä näytöksessä
"Saituri: Komedia 5:ssä näytöksessä" by Molière is a five-act comedy first performed in 1668. The miserly Harpagon obsesses over his hidden gold while scheming to marry a young woman his own son loves. He plans to force his daughter into marriage, unaware she has a secret boyfriend. When his treasure is stolen, Harpagon suspects everyone—including the audience. This character-driven farce blends satire with theatrical innovation, building toward revelations that untangle the romantic complications through unexpected family connections.
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