The Impostures of Scapin: Play Guide and Free Edition
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The Impostures of Scapin 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 Impostures of Scapin" by Molière is a three-act comedy first staged in 1671. When two young men secretly choose their own brides, their fathers return home with different marriage plans. Enter Scapin, a cunning valet who believes nothing is impossible. Through elaborate tricks and schemes, he works to secure money from the fathers and preserve the young couples' relationships. But hidden identities complicate matters, leading to revelations that will determine everyone's fate in this classic tale of deception and romance.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Impostures of Scapin
- Author credits: Molière (1622–1673)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Wall, Charles Heron
Catalogue subjects
- Comedy plays
- French drama -- 17th century -- Translations into English
- Molière, 1622-1673 -- Translations into English
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- Category: Classics of Literature
- Category: French Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
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