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The Imaginary Invalid: Play Guide and Free Edition

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The Imaginary Invalid is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Molière (1622–1673). The listed translation credits are Wall, Charles Heron.

Catalogue synopsis

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"The Imaginary Invalid" by Molière is a three-act comédie-ballet premiered in 1673. Argan, a severe hypochondriac, plans to marry his daughter Angélique to a doctor's son to ensure constant medical care. However, Angélique loves another man, and her witty maid Toinette schemes to foil both Argan's plans and his manipulative second wife's attempts to secure his inheritance. This satirical comedy mocks medical quackery while exploring family conflicts driven by obsession, greed, and love.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: The Imaginary Invalid
  • Author credits: Molière (1622–1673)
  • Catalogue language: English
  • Translator credits: Wall, Charles Heron

Catalogue subjects

  • Comedy plays
  • Hypochondria -- Drama
  • Molière, 1622-1673 -- Translations into English

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: Classics of Literature
  • Category: French Literature
  • Category: Humour
  • Category: Plays/Films/Dramas

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