The Magnificent Lovers (Les Amants magnifiques): Play Guide and Free Edition
The Magnificent Lovers (Les Amants magnifiques): author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Magnificent Lovers (Les Amants magnifiques) is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Molière (1622–1673). The listed translation credits are Wall, Charles Heron.
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"The Magnificent Lovers (Les Amants magnifiques)" by Molière is a theatrical play written during the late 17th century, a period marked by the flourishing of French classical theatre. This work, characterized as a comedic play, revolves around themes of love, rivalry, and the superficiality of courtly life. It reflects the customs of its time, particularly the grandeur expected in royal entertainments under Louis XIV's reign. The plot follows the love entanglements of the princess Eriphyle, who is courted by two rival princes, Iphicrates and Timocles, as well as a general named Sostratus. Caught between the affections of these suitors, the narrative unfolds with comedic misunderstandings and astrological musings expressed through the character of Anaxarchus, an astrologer. As the princes vie for Eriphyle's attention with extravagant displays, Sostratus harbors his own secret love for her but feels unworthy due to his lower social status. The play culminates in divine intervention when Eriphyle is led by the goddess Venus to choose Sostratus as her husband, illustrating the complexities of love amidst the expectations of wealth and status in a royal setting.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Magnificent Lovers (Les Amants magnifiques)
- Author credits: Molière (1622–1673)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Wall, Charles Heron
Catalogue subjects
- Courtship -- Drama
- French drama -- 17th century -- Translations into English
- Molière, 1622-1673 -- Translations into English
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- Category: French Literature
- Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
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