The Shopkeeper Turned Gentleman by Molière

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Author Molière, 1622-1673
Translator Wall, Charles Heron
Uniform Title Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme. English
Title The Shopkeeper Turned Gentleman
Note Reading ease score: 92.0 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits Produced by Charles Franks, Delphine Lettau and the people at DP
Summary "The Shopkeeper Turned Gentleman" by Molière is a comedic play written in the late 17th century. This work centers around Monsieur Jourdain, a wealthy shopkeeper aspiring to rise in social status. Through his attempts to adopt the manners and attitudes of the aristocracy, he becomes a target for satire, highlighting the absurdities of social pretensions and class distinctions. The opening of the play introduces us to Mr. Jourdain, who is surrounded by various masters he has hired to teach him music, dancing, and fencing, demonstrating his eagerness to cultivate a genteel lifestyle. Dialogue among the musicians and dancers reveals their mixed feelings about Jourdain's lack of true artistic appreciation juxtaposed with his financial support. As the scene unfolds, we see Jourdain eagerly anticipating the arrival of guests, revealing his ignorance and naivety in trying to impress those of higher status, setting the stage for the comedic misunderstandings and social commentary that will follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Comedies
Subject French drama
Subject Middle class -- France -- Drama
Subject France -- Social life and customs -- 17th century -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 7279
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 17, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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