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Boileau Despréaux, Nicolas
1636
1711
Boileau Despreaux, Nicolas
Despréaux, Nicolas Boileau
Boileau, Nicolas
Le Lutrin, poème héroï-comique
Reading ease score: 72.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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"Le Lutrin, poème héroï-comique" by Nicolas Boileau Despréaux is a satirical poem written during the late 17th century, specifically in the context of the French classical period. This engaging work, which employs humorous and comic elements, critiques the clergy's rivalries and the absurdity of ecclesiastical politics surrounding the installation of a new lectern in a church. Its focus on the conflicts between the rival characters—the chantre and the prélat—reveals the themes of ambition, jealousy, and the lengths to which individuals will go to uphold their social positions. The poem unfolds primarily around the conflict between a chantre and a prélat, who both contend for influence and respect within their ecclesiastical community. As the story progresses, a series of comically disastrous events transpire due to their rivalry, leading to a plan to restore a fallen lectern that symbolizes power. The characters are driven by ambition and pride, and the resulting chaos highlights the folly inherent in their aspirations. Boileau's clever use of verse and engaging narrative showcases the absurdity of their pursuits, ultimately illustrating the larger critique of societal norms and the human condition in his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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